tomsrx8

Well, my car stalled on me a few days ago and I thought the worst) compression loss. But, I went and changed the fuel pump just to make sure. Just got done that, and the car started! It took a few seconds, so I assume that was the problem.

The car stalled out a few seconds later, it was fuel deprived again. Maybe I didn't put one of the connectors inside the fuel pump on right? Could that be it? Or does anyone have any idea? Thank you.

RX8Soldier

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Check your fuel lines. Sounds like the pump probably needed replacing, but you could have a kink or blockage in the lines.

Wait- did you replace the filter, as well?

tomsrx8

Thank you for the quick reply. Yes, I did replace the filter as well. I can't take off the fuel pump again though, retaining ring is stuck. Just ordered a new one and am going to cut this one off tomorrow. I have a feeling the line that connects to the bottom of the pump is the culprit, it was a pain in the *** to get back on.
The car did turn on and idled for 3 seconds, then died of fuel starvation again. It was a sad moment. I miss my 8. But it'll have to wait till tomorrow being I'm at work now.

gwilliams6

Tomsrx8, RX8Soldier has good advice. I replaced my pump and those lines can get kinked. If that doesn't fix it, then check the following:

https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-tro...t-here-222584/

Starting the Engine
• Starter
• Battery
• Engine Compression
• Grounding Wires
• Ignition Coils
• Spark Plugs
• Spark Plug Wires
• Fuel Pump
• Fuel Injectors

Neil B

Good advice. I'll check too.