Rattling noise from fuel pump

**G-Bus** · 01-01-2009 12:25 PM

I have this rattling noise from the fuel pump right before starting when it builds up pressure. It started doing it yesterday and its been really cold out here lately. I went to the car wash yesterday, I have no idea if it has anything to do with it.

What could it be? Is she slowly going away or it's maybe the fuel filter? It still rattles 3 seconds after the engine started.

Thanks.

**G-Bus** · 01-01-2009 06:30 PM

Bump, I'm starting to get worried... Do I place an order for a new fuel pump and filter or only filter? LOL

**old guy** · 01-01-2009 06:33 PM

Originally Posted by G-Bus

Bump, I'm starting to get worried... Do I place an order for a new fuel pump and filter or only filter? LOL

I would recommend replacing the filter first since it is relatively easy to do, is a lot cheaper than the pump and should be replaced every few years anyway. If that doesn't cure it then consider replacing the pump.

cheers!

**G-Bus** · 01-01-2009 06:35 PM

Originally Posted by old guy

I would recommend replacing the filter first since it is relatively easy to do, is a lot cheaper than the pump and should be replaced every few years anyway. If that doesn't cure it then consider replacing the pump.

cheers!

Thank you sir and have a happy new year! I will change de filter tomorrow.

**braker15** · 01-01-2009 09:08 PM

well, seems like ur pump is on the way out. It happened to me too, I've been hearing noises coming back of the car, I thought it was the new exhaust rubbing on the body. but the next thing i know, iam calling AAA to come get my ass in a middle of a highway.