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Fuel Pump Problem
Posted: Sat Feb 02, 2008 7:14 pm
by TomStilwell
I haven't used my morris for around 6 weeks, now she wont start and there is no ticking coming from the fuel pump. On inspection I have found petrol in the pump itself but none in the float chamber. I'm not sure what else to try, will a new pump be needed?
Any help gratefully recieved.
Posted: Sat Feb 02, 2008 7:23 pm
by alanworland
Does it 'tick' when turned on? If it is receiving power and not 'ticking' the points could be dirty and in need of a clean.
Try tapping the pump body and/or flicking the points to see if it starts
pump
Posted: Sat Feb 02, 2008 7:35 pm
by Willie
In case you do not know, the points are found under the plastic end cap on the pump once you have removed the terminal nut. The blade with the terminal on it slides out when the screw is loosened, you do not have to unscrew it completely.
Posted: Sat Feb 02, 2008 10:07 pm
by bmcecosse
Usually a sharp thump gets it going - but you can't rely on it now until you clean the points.
up and running!
Posted: Mon Feb 04, 2008 11:32 am
by TomStilwell
Perfect! Cleaning the points worked a treat, thanks for your help everyone!
Posted: Mon Feb 04, 2008 12:45 pm
by Kevin
Well done Tom and we look forward to your next question.