Last few fuel dots?!?

Originally Posted by JARblue ... No response needed unless you can explain why the fuel pump would fail because I don't put gas in the car soon enough with a

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05-02-2013, 08:51 AM

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... No response needed unless you can explain why the fuel pump would fail because I don't put gas in the car soon enough with a 'running out of gas' scenario excluded from the equation. ...

The two theories that I have seen/heard are: lack of general cooling and lack of seal lubrication. Both caused by loss of flow for extended periods while the pump motor is running.

Most common reasons for loss of flow seems to be clogged inlet filter and corrosion/erosion caused by water and/or alcohol. I didn't dig very deep, but it appears that lack of fuel only becomes a problem if it lasts for more than a few seconds. Google "fuel pump failure" for more info.

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