Reply To: Fuel pump not working

[BernieParticipant]

William,

Now the pump had been primed (by connecting directly to a can of fuel) the diaphragm and valves appear to be working normally so it might be worth re-connecting the fuel line to see if the pump will now draw fuel from the tank – just in case it had been a sticking non-return valve in the pump).

When you try it, disconnect the outlet from the pump to allow the pumped fuel to discharge into a container and pump it at least a couple of dozen times.  If the pump does not deliver a regular, steady stream of fuel,  insert your auxiliary fuel can at the rubber elbow and repeat the pumping.

If that does not work it would suggest there is a fault in the pipework between the boot and the pump.  However, if the pump will lift fuel from that point the filter is most likely to be the problem.

Before you do remove the filter I strongly suggest you disconnect the battery to minimise the chance of any sparks in that area while the gauge connections are exposed and the top of the tank is open to atmosphere.

Bonne chance!

B…………..