Q: Car shutting off even with a new fuel pump.
Car starts but then shuts off. I just had a brand new fuel pump put on the vehicle recently.
Recommended Services
| Car starts and then dies Inspection | $94.99 - $114.99 | Get a Quote |
In my experience I would recheck the fuel pump again since if it fixed the problem only a short period of time, then the new part may be defective. The fuel pressure test would let you know if it is working or not. A certified mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, can diagnose exactly what is going on.
The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our
terms of service
for more details
Get an instant quote for your car
Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing
What others are asking
Car stuck in second gear
Hello. If the transmission is stuck in second and if the shifter has little to no resistance when moving it then the shifter cable may have broke. I have come across this a few times. I would typically locate where...
Serpentine belt came off
This vehicle is equipped with an automatic belt tensioner. So, if the belt slid off while driving, either the tensioner is weak or the pulleys are out of alignment. Also, there could be oil leaking down onto the belt, or...
Car is shaking while idling and leaking coolant
From what you have described it sounds like a coil or spark plug fault causing a misfire. With the coolant leak, the most common cause would be a coolant hose or the radiator leaking. The two may be caused by...
Can a transmission problem destroy an engine???
My suggestion is to have the vehicle towed to another shop that you choose for a second opinion. Make sure it is not a shop he suggests and don't tell him where you are taking it. Typically, flywheels are indexed...
Spark plugs
Installing a spark plug incorrect is most likely caused by the gap of the plug is incorrect or hit when installing it closing the gap. The spark plug may also get cracked when installing the plug. After any of these...
Won't start when low on gas and with adding some gas it still won't start.
Hi there. When the fuel system gets low on fuel and the engine is still running and the engine stalls, there is a great possibility that the fuel system may have air in it. Put on a test line on...
Can a misfire stop my car from starting.
Hi There, Generally a misfire in one or two cylinders may not prevent the car from starting, however depending on how severe the misfire is, it may be possible. Engine misfires can be caused by many different problems and are...
Car shuts off when stepping on pedal
Hi There, A number of things may cause the car to shut off when stepping on the gas pedal (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-shuts-off-when-stepping-on-gas-pedal-inspection) such as a bad fuel pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-replacement), a vacuum leak, a clogged fuel filter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-filter-replacement) or a dirty or faulty...
My mazda cx9 front whhel axle broke whole driving , what is the average repair cost ,
In a case like this it's difficult to estimate the damage without getting an inspection. What probably started as a bad wheel bearing became a whole lot more complicated when it was driven until failure, and it will be necessary...
Related articles
The Best Used Cars to Buy If You're a Farmer
If If you're a farmer, you know that what you need isn’t a used car – it’s a used pickup truck. How else are you going to haul around hay, implements, garden produce, fertilizer, and all the other things you...
How Long Does a Throttle Kicker Actuator Last?
What What happens when you turn down things in your vehicle such as the air conditioner? It slows down in a controlled manner. Just like when you decrease your speed it's not a sudden loss of power rather it is...
How to Replace a Ballast Resistor
The ignition coil cannot get proper voltage if the ballast resistor is broken. Signs are a crank without a start or a start and an immediate stall.
Browse other content
Maintenance
Services