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Aug 16th, 2019, 14:38 | #1 |
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Prime fuel pump?
Hi. I have just changed the fuel filter on my 2004 V70 D5 (paper type), and now it won’t start. It ran for a bit then died so I’m assuming the pump needs priming. How do I do this? I’ve cycled the ignition on and off 10-15 times and then left it in position 2 for 1.5 minutes and it still won’t start. There’s about 1/4 of a tank of diesel left. Is it just a case of keep priming it or have I messed it up somehow?
ETA: there is nothing leaking from the filter housing while the ignition is on so I suspect the seal is ok. |
Aug 16th, 2019, 14:57 | #2 |
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Every time I change fuel filter I also test the intank pump.
Tray under, filter off and ignition on. If fuel comes then pump is ok. 10-15 times ignition on for 20 seconds would be enough to prime the fuel lines. Try a little more but if this doesn't help I would remove the filter again and check if fuel is pumped to the filter when ignition is on.
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Aug 16th, 2019, 15:14 | #3 | |
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Sorry for the slightly desperate nature of these posts but only half of my car fits under my parents car port and every time I sit in the drivers seat I am getting soaked! Very frustrating |
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Aug 16th, 2019, 16:24 | #4 |
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Check if the pump has constant fuel flow.
On Euro 3 (D5244T) engine the HP pump can suck fuel from the tank itself but takes a very long time to prime the fuel line. If the fuel level is under 20 liters, it needs intank pump to get to the other side of the saddle tank. If your's is at 1/4 of tank it's exactly where the not working intank pump starts to cause problems plus it needs the pump to prime the fuel line without cranking the engine. Just check if it has fuel flow and then there are next steps to troubleshoot your problem.
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Aug 16th, 2019, 18:30 | #6 |
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Well, I bled the injectors and it appears to live which is a good result. Could it perhaps be the low pressure pump not priming the system as it should? I don’t plan on running out of fuel but it’s something to keep an eye on, certainly before the next time I change the filter.
I very much appreciate the help folks and I am now much drier and warmer... |
Aug 16th, 2019, 18:56 | #7 |
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It does sound like the in-tank pump is failing but it could be an issue with the cross-over pipework from one side of the saddle tank to the other. It appears to be a reasonably common issue - I've had to replace mine due to a leak through a crack developing on the return line connection.
Short term, keep the tank filled above 1/4 to 1/8 of a tank, or park on a slope (nose down or favouring the off side seems to be the preferred orientation). If you replace the pump, the tank needs to be below the two access points - the lowest is near side, both access points located under the rear seat. Plenty of information on the forum on replacing the pump.
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Aug 16th, 2019, 19:06 | #8 | |
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I tend to fill up around 1/4 anyway as I have a long commute and if I set off on 1/4 it would be very very low by the time I got back and I hate going to fuel stations later then 6am... Definitely something to keep an eye on though and I will probably diagnose it properly in the next few months. Thanks again for your help, this forum really is quite good! |
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Aug 18th, 2019, 15:14 | #9 |
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Keeping the tank above 1/4 will help keeping the intank pump on standby while driving.
If it's below that it runs constantly, heats and wears out faster.
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