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Subject:Re: ARG! HELP! fuel pump problems
From:Jfp w/2 WBXs
Date:Thu, 16 Jan 2003 15:32:48 +0000

Hi Greg,

When fuel is pumped out of the tank, the falling fuel level must be taken up
with atmosphere from outside the system. This is done through the
evaporative emission system. If the evap system is blocked the fuel system
will pull a vacuum and prevent the fuel pump from pumping properly. When the
pump is whining, remove the gas cap and see if the pump whine stops.

Regards,   John

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