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Old June 2nd 05, 09:06 PM
TBone
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"Peter" > wrote in message
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> >> Why don't you just disconnect the fuel pump and let the injectors

operate
> >> normally.

> >
> > I'm not sure that'd be wise. Many injector designs depend on fuel flow

to
> > cool the solenoid windings (i.e., to prevent them overheating and
> > cooking).

>
> I'm not sure it's a good idea, too. Fuel pumps are designed to work
> continuously, and disconnecting it could be yet another reason for CEL to
> come on.



While it is possible that the fuel injectors may overheat, the CEL will not
be set by the fuel pump being disconnected.

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