Fuel System
Your car's fuel system works with the rest of the engine control system to deliver the best performance with the lowest emissions. Check your car's fuel system regularly or
Your car's fuel system includes:
- Pressure regulator
- Fuel injectors
- Lines/hoses
- Fuel filter
- One or more fuel pumps
What does it do?
The fuel system transfer fuel from the fuel tanks and passes it through a fuel filter for cleaning before it arrives at the injectors. A pressure regulator controls fuel pressure to ensure good engine performance under a variety of speed and load condition. Fuel injectors, when activated, spray a metered amount of fuel into the engine.
Typical Wear and Tear
Intervals for fuel system maintenance may be influenced by:
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Fuel quality
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Vehicle age
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Mileage/Time
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Operating conditions
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Maintenance history
Symptoms
- Poor fuel economy
- Vehicle wont start
- "Check Engine" light on
- Dirty & Clean injectors
