Fuel Pump / Parts for trucks

Low pressure fuel pump in a truck is responsible for transporting fuel from the tank into the combustion chamber. Unsatisfactory state of this device significantly reduces operational safety of the vehicle, and may even cause a fire.

Types of low pressure fuel pumps for trucks

Catalogues include the following types of components:

• Mechanical. They are a part of carburetted engines. They are driven by the camshaft and are located directly on the engine. They are piston mechanisms.
• Electric. They may be used in modern engines working on both gasoline and diesel fuel. They are located in the fuel line or directly in the fuel tank. By the type of fluid pumping, they may be:
  • roller;
  • gear;
  • centrifugal.

Malfunctions and reasons thereto

Common malfunctions are increased clearance between moving elements, their misalignment, and deterioration of surface hardness. All this happens due to natural wear in the process of operation, or, sometimes, using poor-quality fuel. Partial destruction of the device is possible due to the absence of timely repair or replacement of damaged components.

How to detect faults

Like low pressure fuel pumps for cars, these components do not have specified replacement intervals. To check the state of the unit, contact truck servicing specialists. They will check the device and the entire system on a special test stand and will adjust it in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.

The need for unscheduled diagnostics may be indicated by significantly increased fuel consumption, or the specific smell in the cabin. In addition, power of the engine decreases, and it starts with difficulty.

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