Fuel leak after pump recon

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Enya1990
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Fuel leak after pump recon

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Hey everyone I have a T25 1.6 diesel JLX engine and I took it to the garage for a fuel leak, they said it was the fuel pump so they took the pump off and sent it away and put it back on again and it runs absolutely fine.

I have noticed though they're is still a fuel leak when I park up and have the engine running, it's dripping quite fast. I have found where the dripping is coming from but can't see what is actually leaking. I have taken a photo hope someone on here can help me.

Really appreciate it!Image

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I am not a diesel expert, but my generic motoring knowledge would suspect a badly seated seal or gasket.

Or at worst, an old seal or gasket has been re-used.

I would be tempted to check that all securing bolts have been nipped-up properly.
But don't go swinging on them to tighten them up, for obvious reasons.
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Start at the top and work your way down.
Injector leak-off hoses are a favourite for leaking.
( I would de-grease that engine before anything then you will be able to see things clearly.)
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Thank you guys, my dad had a look this morning and he found most the leak off pipes were cracked or brittle and was leaking fuel from there which was running down the back of the engine

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So your garage charged you for nothing and your mechanic didnt notice the pipes.

Get a new garage pal.
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Request a refund for the unnecessary pump overhaul - bloody garages. Computer reader rather than mechanic more than likely.
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