"Peter" > wrote in message
...
> >> 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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