Question 1

What does a fuel pump do?

Accepted Answer

Most modern vehicles that use a combustion engine will require a fuel pump. Cars either have electric pumps mounted within the fuel tank or mechanically worked pumps that are located closer to the engine. The pump's main purpose is to send the fuel from the tank to the engine.Firstly, fuel in your tank is drawn up by the fuel pump and sent through a pipe that runs to the engine. If your fuel pump is electric, it’s operated by a small motor that draws the fuel sitting in your gas tank up through a line. In older vehicles with mechanical fuel pumps, the pump moves as your camshaft spins and fuel is drawn through using suction. Air is then injected into the fuel to create a mixture. Once that mixture is in the cylinder a spark is added to the fuel. The energy released by this process powers the crankshaft, thus allowing your engine to power your car.This process is essential in the smooth running of your vehicle, therefore a faulty fuel pump will cause major performance and drivability issues with your vehicle.

Question 2

How often does a fuel pump need replacing?

Accepted Answer

Fuel pumps are not part of a regular maintenance schedule and only need to be replaced when they fail. As your fuel pump begins to wear out you may begin to experience issues when starting your car and when driving (see above symptoms). Most fuel pumps should last at least 100,000 miles.If you think your fuel pump may be failing you should book it in for a replacement as soon as possible. Putting off a fuel pump repair could cause more problems in the long run and could end up costing you more money down the line.

Question 3

What happens when we do a fuel pump replacement on your car?

Accepted Answer

Our certified mechanics will:
Use diagnostic equipment to read the ECU for possible fuel system related fault codes.
Inspect the fuel supply system and the fuel pump.
Replace the fuel pump if necessary.
Inspect other related components and advise if any need to be replaced (like the fuel filter).
Test drive the car and check for any leaks.

Question 4

What causes a fuel pump to break?

Accepted Answer

Like with many car parts, due to continuous use, the fuel pump can wear out over time and eventually fail. Depending on whether the car has a mechanical or an electronic fuel pump a number of issues can arise.Another cause of fuel pump failure is contamination, which can be caused by dirt and debris entering the system when refuelling or from using poor quality fuel. Driving frequently with a low fuel level can also accelerate wear on the fuel pump, due to dirt at the bottom of the fuel tank being drawn into the pump.

Question 5

What are the symptoms of a bad fuel pump?

Accepted Answer

Usually, there a few signs you can look for:
Trouble starting your car could indicate issues with the fuel pump.
A rough or unsteady engine.
If your car is leaking fuel.
If the 'Check Engine' warning light illuminates.
If the car has poor acceleration.
A hissing noise coming from near the fuel tank.

Question 6

How often should you replace your fuel pump?

Accepted Answer

Fuel pumps are not part of a regular maintenance schedule and only need to be replaced when they fail. As your fuel pump begins to wear out you may begin to experience issues when starting your car and when driving (see above symptoms). Most fuel pumps should last at least 100,000 miles.

Question 7

What happens during a fuel pump replacement?

Accepted Answer

Our certified mechanics will:
Use diagnostic equipment to read the ECU for possible fuel system related fault codes.
Inspect the fuel supply system and the fuel pump.
Replace the fuel pump if necessary.
Inspect other related components and advise if any need to be replaced (like the fuel filter).
Test drive the car and check for any leaks.

Question 8

What is the average life of a fuel pump?

Accepted Answer

The lifespan of car parts vary from car to car and from driver to driver, however most fuel pumps should last at least 100,000 miles.

Question 9

Can you drive with a bad fuel pump?

Accepted Answer

A bad fuel pump could cause unexpected drops in power or even cause your car to come to a complete stop. Therefore if you think your fuel pump may be failing you should avoid driving your car and book it in for a replacement as soon as possible.

Question 10

What happens if you don't change a broken fuel pump?

Accepted Answer

If you think your fuel pump may be failing you should book it in for a replacement as soon as possible. Putting off a fuel pump repair could cause more problems in the long run and could end up costing you more money down the line. A failing fuel pump could cause unexpected drops in power or even cause your car to come to a complete stop. A broken fuel pump may also prevent you from being able to start your car meaning you could end up stranded away from home.

Question 11

Do fuel pumps deteriorate with age?

Accepted Answer

Like with any part of an engine, eventually your fuel pump will begin to wear out and not perform as well. However, fuel pumps shouldn’t need to be replaced regularly, in fact most should last at least 100,000 miles.

Question 12

Mitsubishi

Accepted Answer

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation is a Japanese multinational automotive manufacturer.It is part of the Renault–Nissan–Mitsubishi Alliance but has had connections with many other vehicle manufacturers throughout its history—as shareholders, part owners, and suppliers of parts and components.

Question 13

How popular is Mitsubishi in the United Kingdom?

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Mitsubishi celebrated 100 years of automotive manufacturing in 2017 and has created a solid position for itself in the UK market with around 350k vehicles on the roads today.

Question 14

Making a mark in an SUV orientated market

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The selection of Mitsubishi models does feature the Mirage hatchback and the L200 pickup, but the rest of the range is predominantly SUVs. Even the Mirage has strong SUV overtones. And why not? They’re sturdy, versatile and roomy enough for families of all sizes, and the Outlander PHEV is perfect for company car drivers with its low fuel bills and plenty of interior space.

Question 15

Outlander PHEV: The world’s first plug-in hybrid SUV

Accepted Answer

In 2013 Mitsubishi introduced the world’s first plug-in hybrid SUV. As a company that continues to make significant breakthroughs in driving technology, their work with renewable fuel types is establishing them as a leader in ecological systems.

Question 16

The Mitsubishi Shogun: the beginnings of the SUV generation

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The roots of the Shogun can be traced as far back as 1934 with a prototype for the Japanese Government, but it wasn’t until the Tokyo Motor Show in 1973 that Mitsubishi presented their first commercial prototype.The Shogun was launched in 1982, and along with other 4x4 originals: predominantly by Land Rover, Jeep and the Toyota Land Cruiser, it helped boost the popularity of rugged go-anywhere motoring into the mainstream.

Question 17

Mitsubishi’s reliability and reputation

Accepted Answer

Mitsubishi ranked joint 4th out of 30 car brands in the What Car? Reliability Survey in 2018. This wasn’t a great surprise, as the Japanese and Asian brands stormed most of the top 10 places in this field, showing them to be well ahead in making the most reliable vehicles in the market.

Question 18

Recent Mitsubishi recalls and reliability issues

Accepted Answer

Various recalls have been made on Mitsubishi models throughout their motoring history. The following are a list of the most recent in the UK and Europe.

Question 19

18/11/2018 – Mitsubishi ASX (2011–2012) Mitsubishi Outlander (2008–2012)

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The flange area of the engine’s multi-belt auto tensioner may crack under high-load driving conditions

Question 20

17/11/2018 – Mitsubishi Outlander (2006–2012)

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Due to temperature and humidity, the adhesive material between the sunroof glass and outer frame may weaken.

Question 21

09/11/2018 – Mitsubishi ASX (2018) Mitsubishi Outlander, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross (2017–2018)

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The software in the active stability control system may be faulty

Question 22

06/10/2018 – Mitsubishi Outlander/PHEV (2015–2016)

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The door lock mechanism in the door latch might not operate properly in high temperatures

Question 23

06/10/2018 – Mitsubishi Outlander/PHEV (2015–2016)

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The engine control relay unit or valve lift control relay can heat up abnormally

Question 24

28/03/2018 – Mitsubishi ASX (2011–2018)

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The weld between the rear muffler and the tailpipe may crack

Question 25

17/08/2018 – Mitsubishi ASX (2010–2014)

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The front deck is not waterproof and water can drop onto the wiper link

Question 26

03/08/2018 – Mitsubishi ASX, Mitsubishi Outlander/PHEV (2013–2016)

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The parking brake lever shaft might become stuck due to corrosionAll recall information sourced from gov.co.uk data.

Car make and model	Average dealer price	Price estimate	Average savings
Mitsubishi Lancer Estate	£1006	£768 - £938	£154
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross	£1016	£738 - £901	£197
Mitsubishi Colt CZC	£1016	£738 - £901	£197
Mitsubishi Eclipse	£968	£745 - £910	£141
Mitsubishi Triton	£1354	£1025 - £1252	£216
Mitsubishi Carisma	£968	£745 - £910	£141
Mitsubishi Starion	£1359	£1028 - £1257	£217
Mitsubishi ASX	£1016	£738 - £901	£197
Mitsubishi Starion	£1359	£1028 - £1257	£217
Mitsubishi L400	£1359	£1028 - £1257	£217
Mitsubishi Lancer	£1013	£763 - £933	£165
Mitsubishi Outlander	£1066	£768 - £938	£213
Mitsubishi Carisma	£968	£745 - £910	£141
Mitsubishi Starion	£1359	£1028 - £1257	£217
Mitsubishi i	£395	£317 - £388	£42
Mitsubishi Carisma	£992	£741 - £906	£169
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross	£1016	£738 - £901	£197
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport	£1303	£1038 - £1268	£150
Mitsubishi Starion	£1359	£1028 - £1257	£217
Mitsubishi Colt CZC	£1016	£738 - £901	£197
Mitsubishi Lancer Estate	£1006	£768 - £938	£154
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross	£1016	£738 - £901	£197
Mitsubishi Colt CZC	£1016	£738 - £901	£197
Mitsubishi Eclipse	£968	£745 - £910	£141
Mitsubishi Triton	£1354	£1025 - £1252	£216

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What does a fuel pump do?

What are the symptoms of a malfunctioning fuel pump?

What happens when we do a fuel pump replacement on your car?

How much does it cost to fix my car?

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