Posts Tagged ‘fuel pump’
How High-Pressure Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) Fuel Pumps Work
High-pressure gasoline direct injection (GDI) fuel pumps are one of the best innovations in fuel pumps. High-pressure GDI fuel pumps provide the fuel pressure needed for a GDI engine to function correctly.
Read MoreWhen To Replace A Fuel Pump Strainer
Sometimes mistakenly called a fuel pump filter, the fuel pump strainer keeps a variety of contaminants out of the fuel pump. When a fuel pump strainer gets clogged, it restricts the flow of fuel into the pump. The fuel pump will fail as a result. In fact, one of the top causes of fuel pump…
Read MoreWhen To Replace A Fuel Pump Strainer
Sometimes mistakenly called a fuel pump filter, the fuel pump strainer keeps a variety of contaminants out of the fuel pump. When a fuel pump strainer gets clogged, it restricts the flow of fuel into the pump. The fuel pump will fail as a result. In fact, one of the top causes of fuel pump…
Read MoreWhat Does A Fuel Pump Strainer Do?
If you look at a fuel pump that mounts in the fuel tank, you’ll find an oblong filter attached to the bottom opening of the pump (over the fuel pick-up tube). That’s the fuel pump strainer. It’s a part that’s not often discussed. Yet, it’s an important part of the fuel system.
Read MoreAvoid These 4 Mistakes When Installing A Fuel Pump
A surefire way to reduce comebacks is to install a part the right way the first time. It’s not easy to replace a fuel pump, but avoiding the most common mistakes will help the job go much more smoothly. Even the most experienced techs can make mistakes on a fuel pump replacement.
Read MoreTips To Maximize Fuel Pump Lifespan
A quality fuel pump lasts 100,000 miles or more. Fuel pumps aren’t cheap to replace, so it’s worth taking a few measures to prolong the lifespan of your fuel pump. Here are 4 good ways to ensure that your fuel pump lasts as long as possible:
Read MoreGMB Now Offers Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) Fuel Pumps
GMB is proud to announce the expansion of our fuel pump line to include GDI fuel pumps for 12 million VIO! We’re adding 12 new High-Pressure Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) Fuel Pumps to our line of fuel pumps and related parts. We’re proud to continue to be one of the largest global manufacturers and suppliers of…
Read MoreMajor Innovations In Fuel Pumps
The mechanical fuel pump was commonly used in automobiles between the 1920s and late 1960s. During those 40-50 years, the mechanical fuel pump design did not evolve much. In the late 1960s, the electric fuel pump replaced the mechanical fuel pump in many vehicles. That was over 50 years ago. In those 5 decades, the…
Read MoreMajor Innovations In Fuel Pump Design Since 1900
Cars have been using fuel pumps for about a century now. The fuel pump has evolved quite a bit over the years. Here’s an overview of how the fuel pump came to be the useful part we all know today. 1900-1920s: Fuel Was Supplied To The Engine Via Gravity The fuel pump didn’t come into…
Read MoreNew Fuel Pump Noise? Here’s What You Want To Check
Is your newly installed fuel pump making strange noises? If a brand new fuel pump is making unusual noises, there are a few possible causes:
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