Peugeot 405 Diesel - Peugeot 405 fuel leak

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Mon 29 Nov 2010 04:41
Peugeot 405 Diesel - Peugeot 405 fuel leak - Hungus

Just discovered today that my 1992 GRDT has a fuel leak, it appears to be coming from around the back of fuel injector (mechanical). if anyone has any insight as to what the specific cause or any solutions may be that would be greatly appreciated. It appears to be a regular drip when the engine is running but I cant tell if it leaks at all while it is off.

Any help at all would be greatly appreciated, Thanks in advance.

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Mon 29 Nov 2010 13:42
Peugeot 405 Diesel - Peugeot 405 fuel leak - Peter.N.

I take it you mean at the back of the injector pump, if its leaking from the injectors themselves it will likely be the leak off pipes. There are various seals on the pump, the most likely culpret is the throttle shaft seal, in which case you should see the fuel leaking from below the throttle lever on the pump. You really need to get a good look at it with a bright light.

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Wed 1 Dec 2010 03:25
Peugeot 405 Diesel - Peugeot 405 fuel leak - Hungus

I cant tell precisly where the leak is coming from as it is on the back and obscured from view by the intercooler, it is a very small area that is out of sight but I will try and get some pics up alittle later.

Thanks for the help so far

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