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So you think the problem is more likely still my cats/O2 sensors than it is my fuel pump/fuel system?
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So you think the problem is more likely still my cats/O2 sensors than it is my fuel pump/fuel system?
Might have just been the FPR but since they moved them to the fuel pump assembly you might as well just replace the pump while you're there. I was having an issue with my 02 after installing my blower where I would have to crank it for awhile at times to start it or else prime it by cycling the key a couple times because my pressure was bleeding off after I shut it down. It was the regulator and I was able to buy a rebuild kit for $15 and fix it in 20 minutes. That isn't possible with the newer vehicles. Of course, 2 weeks ago the damn pump quit on me anyway. Glad to hear it looks like you got it fixed.Update: prior to buying any parts or turning any wrenches I rented a fuel pressure tester to see if I could find evidence of poor fuel delivery. Bingo.
Key on and engine off showed pressure jumping to about 50psi for a split second then quickly dropping down to about 20psi over a 30 second period. Engine on my pressure was reading 80+psi which is way above normal. The fuel pump should be pushing at 55-60psi in my vehicle. Regulator may have died, either way I needed a new pump.
Ordered it Monday night from RA, it arrived Wednesday night, I had it installed Thursday afternoon. Checked pressure after install: 60psi steady.
Haven't done quite enough driving in the conditions that would replicate the issue I was having, so I can't say yet whether or not this fixed it. Will update after more road time.