Subaru fuel pump not coming on

Post by **ally** » 28 Jul 2008, 18:58

So turns outmy problem from the other thread was gunk in the fuel pump and line, but now my fuel pump isnt coming on with the ignition...

so i test the wires to see if theres a signal first right?.... then no signal its the relay... i can go hunt around scrap site for one... is it the circle topped one or the brown square one?

If there's current its the pump right? i think i've got a bwm one on there 2.0ltr if i remember correctly.. which one off here would it be? http://www.gsfcarparts.com/

Thanks for your help in advance!

Post by **jamesc76** » 28 Jul 2008, 19:12

its the round metal one i had problems with mine so i cut it off and replaced it with a standard auto relay in a new holder so a lot cheaper to replace in the futer!!!

Post by **ally** » 28 Jul 2008, 20:25

ah ok, there's a suburu scrap yard near me... so if im lucky i might find one if its that...

anyone know the fuel pump?

Post by **ally** » 29 Jul 2008, 12:31

took pump off, wired it straight to battery, nothing.. then again.. it started. Is it on its way out?... put it back on and everything ok now.

Post by **jamesc76** » 29 Jul 2008, 15:21

whats happening is what i get from mine i change the relay for another and its fine why and how i dont understand as the relays are all ok upon testing!!! Perhaps your pump had just got stuck??

Post by **markscoot** » 12 Aug 2008, 23:50

Sounds like your relay is breaking down under load due to burnt contacts or weak coil.They will work on a meter but not under load.
I have experienced this many times at work on various vehicles and circuits. Bin the relays and fit new Bosch ones.