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Dead on road

Discussion in 'General Tundra Discussion' started by Jamultundra, Feb 17, 2019.

  1. Feb 17, 2019 at 10:38 AM
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    Jamultundra

    Jamultundra [OP] New Member

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    Driving down the road and engine just quit.

    Gas: 1/2 tank
    Fuel pump fuse: Checked
    Fuel pump relay: Checked
    No audible sound of pump when key is turned on.

    Any diag help appreciated.

    Tks.....PJ
     
  2. Feb 17, 2019 at 10:49 AM
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    ZappBrannigan

    ZappBrannigan The mind is willing but the flesh is weak

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    So... you’re driving a Ford?



    Sorry too easy couldn’t help myself...

    So if you have someone with you have them put a hand on the tank when you turnt he key to thebon position. Have them listen for and feel for the pump turning on.

    If you have a volt meter you can check for power at the pump.
     
  3. Feb 17, 2019 at 10:54 AM
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    No "audible" sounds coming from tank.
     
  4. Feb 17, 2019 at 10:56 AM
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    8MINT8

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    I would try more gas just in case the gauge is messed up. Next would be MAF and all hoses/connections are good including battery.
     
  5. Feb 17, 2019 at 11:21 AM
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    ZappBrannigan

    ZappBrannigan The mind is willing but the flesh is weak

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    If you were driving when it died it’s probably the alternator. That’s the most common failure while driving.
     
  6. Feb 17, 2019 at 11:41 AM
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    Battery plenty strong.... turns over quick and smooth, put a battery tester on battery it shows good, alternator tester shows good charging.... don't think it is getting fuel...
     
  7. Feb 17, 2019 at 11:45 AM
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    lsaami Let ‘er buck

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    fuel pump probably died if you aren't hearing it run. how many miles? same thing happened on my parents 09 Sienna. new fuel pump, and away she goes.
     
  8. Feb 17, 2019 at 12:50 PM
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  9. Feb 17, 2019 at 1:49 PM
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    An easy way to check for spark is to shoot some ether (starter fluid) in the intake and then turn it over. If it starts you’re not getting fuel and can diagnose from there.
     

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