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Why does my fuel pump stay on after I shut the key off?
A fuel pump that stays on when the ignition is turned off can be caused by a few things. If you do not believe that the behavior is normal, then it may be possible that the the ignition switch or fuel pump relay have shorted and are feeding power to the pump.
Should electric fuel pump run all the time?
The motor inside the pump starts to spin and runs for a few seconds to build pressure in the fuel system. There is no fuel return line from the engine back to the tank. The fuel pump runs continuously once the engine starts, and continues to run as long as the engine is running and the ignition key is on.
What controls the power to the fuel pump?
The fuel pump relay is an electronic component that is found on virtually all vehicles equipped with an internal combustion engine. It is often found in the fuse box located in the engine bay and functions as the primary electronic switch that controls power to the fuel pump.
How do you reset the fuel pump on a Ford f150?
Reset the fuel pump cut-off switch by pressing the small, round button, located near the passenger-side kick panel, underneath the right-side portion of the glove compartment.
How do I make my fuel pump stay on?
Easy way on most is to disconnect the fuel supply hose, put it in a fuel can like you want to do, then unplug the injector harness and then turn the ignition key to ‘on’ the pump will pump continuously (instead of prime for 2 seconds) when the harness is disconnected.
What causes electric fuel pump failure?
Fuel pump failures can be caused by electrical faults, old age (wear) or fuel contaminants (dirt, moisture or bad gas). Fuel pump failures often occur without warning. Fuel pump failures can be caused by electrical faults, old age (wear) or fuel contaminants (dirt, moisture or bad gas).
Does the fuel pump stay on all the time?
Fuel pumps themselves don’t know when to shut off. They are entirely dependant on the fuel pump relay to provide them with power or remove their power. The fuel pump relay is controlled by the PCM by providing the relay with a ground. The PCM chooses to turn the relay on when it sees the motor is running.
How do I know if my fuel pump control module is bad?
What are the signs of a bad fuel pump?
- Engine won’t start. Your engine won’t run without fuel.
- Difficulty starting.
- Stalling.
- Poor performance.
- Check engine light.
- Abnormal noise.
- Restricted fuel filter.
- Dirt and debris.
Where is the fuel pump reset button on a Ford?
Look on a side panel for a small, round button which you can pry off with a small screwdriver. Through this access hole you will be able to see the reset button on top of the inertia switch. On other vehicle models, the inertia switch is located on the passenger’s side floor pan, under the dashboard.