ChatterBox
For well over a year now my td5 disco has had a starting issue when down to 35 or less litres in the tank. It would start , run for a few seconds then die. To start I needed to go through the prime sequence quite a few times. Once running all ok ? Multiple trips to multiple mechanics saw two fuel pumps swapped as the old [ only a few months in both cases] were deemed to be faulty. Later I was assured it was either a leak in the injectors although the oil wasnt contaminated. Then later again the FPR was at fault. Last week I tried replacing the fuel filter housing with a new- used unit, cheaper than buying the non return and bleed valves seperately. Well for over a week now every day the car has started and continued to run , even when near empty.
Makes me wonder why this simple fix couldnt have been found sooner by the assorted specialists. I think I might start enjoying driving the Disco again !
Wizard
SubscriberGday Mate. QUICK!! let's go for a drive together before something stops working!
Good to hear you have a resolution.
I think this is the same issue with thexprinters car last weekend. I see he has noticed your post, so you've helped already :-)
How much was the replacement housing?
How's it all going?
Dave.
Fossicker
Sounds similar to mine. Once it gets to less than half a tank it becomes hard to start in the mornings like there is no fuel in the line. I might try and replace that one day thanks!
ChatterBox
sixty plus gst. a considerable price difference between this and the fuel pumps. pity i never got them back despite asking for them. the cheaper repair had been to fill up at half tank or 900 k's , whichever came first. also the fact it is a 135 litre tank makes the refills further apart but also thought to be a cause.Originally Posted by Barefoot Dave
Gday Mate. QUICK!! let's go for a drive together before something stops working!
Good to hear you have a resolution.
I think this is the same issue with thexprinters car last weekend. I see he has noticed your post, so you've helped already :-)
How much was the replacement housing?
How's it all going?
Dave.
Fossicker
So did you replace the whole housing or just the filter? And where did you source it for $60?
ChatterBox
i bought a used housing from MR Auto as buying the two valves new was a fair bit more. cant remember prices though
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SubscriberGood to hear , mate. After all those problems on your trip, you have solved the problem yourself, well done! Bob
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