It's always a good idea to keep track of how often you're filling up your car, truck or SUV. A sudden loss of normal fuel efficiency could mean a problem. One system that might be at fault is your fuel pump. Your fuel pump relief valve may not be opening, which causes more fuel than your vehicle needs to flow into your engine.
Decreased gas mileage isn't the only symptom of a failing fuel pump. You may also experience a loss of power when you need it the most. For example, if you're climbing a hill that your vehicle normally does fine on but now it's losing speed, that might mean your fuel pump is not operating properly. You might also get engine sputtering at high speeds.
Schedule an appointment with Genesis of Annapolis today for a fuel system check-up or service.
