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: Buzzing in back... Fuel Pump?


Kelway
06-26-2002, 11:27 PM
Lately I've heard a buzzing in the back of my car, after I turn it off and take the key out. Think the fuel pump is on its way out?

cossieturbo
06-26-2002, 11:44 PM
It sounds like the pump. It should only buzz when it 1st primes when it's been sitting for a while. Best to do a fuel pressure test before you start spending $$.

Cossie

JWolfe
06-27-2002, 12:21 PM
My car exhibits the same symptoms. However, I don't think the fuel pump is the culprit. There is a check-valve in the fuel return line which keeps the fuel system pressurized when the car is off. I believe this is what makes the buzzing on my car. It's been doing it for a long time (more than a year) and it doesn't seem to be a problem. You can see this valve in the rear driver-side wheel well. You still should check your fuel pump, though.