Ford Fiesta (2002 - 2008) - 2003 1.4 diesel - Fuel problems

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Mon 12 Jan 2009 15:34
2003 1.4 diesel - Fuel problems - mainstlad

I am currently having problems with the fuel feed on my vehicle. After the vehicle has been stood overnight, and occasionally for shorter periods, I am having to prime the fuel system to start the vehicle. It appears that the fuel is draining back into the fuel tank. Has anybody got any idea what might be causing this, and how do I rectify the problem?

Edited by Dynamic Dave on 12/01/2009 at 19:00

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Mon 12 Jan 2009 19:10
2003 1.4 diesel - Fuel problems - piston power
Fit a new filter priming pump.

The seals have gone allowing fuel to return back to the tank, a common problem.
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Tue 20 Jan 2009 20:10
2003 1.4 diesel - Fuel problems - mainstlad
bigtee

Wehad already tried this, but to no avail. We finally sorted the problem by fitting new injector leak off pipes, which were leaking where they joined the injectors thus letting air into the system.

Thanks for your help anyway

mainstlad
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