Component used to deliver an accurate amount of fuel to the engine for the proper operation, either by regulating the flow to its own injection rail or to another tank or pump.
LOCATION
The location may vary depending on the design of each vehicle, but it is generally located in the fuel tank.
CAUSES OF FAILURE
- Faulty component or electrical problems
- Filter, injectors, pressure regulator, relay or fuel level sensor dirty, clogged or defective
- Fuel leaks
- Water accumulation in fuel
- Poor quality fuel
FAULT EFFECTS
- Failure to start or stalling of the engine
- Loss of power or erratic running
- Inefficient fuel consumption
- Irregular exhaust emissions
- Poor performance at high speed
