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jtech 08-11-2008 08:17 AM

Sounds like fuel pump buzzing when car off
 
I have a 2002 honda accord 4 door, with the 4 cyl., I have a buzz coming from under the car every 60 seconds when the car is off. This can't be normal, I am wondering if maybe the fuel pump is kicking on trying to maintain fuel pressure. Why is it doing this when the car is off? Any advice would be appreciated.

JimBlake 08-11-2008 09:59 AM

RE: Sounds like fuel pump buzzing when car off
 
Have someone turn the key ON (but not START) to hear the fuel pump sound.

Underneath the left-rear seat? I bet its the EVAP canister releasing tank pressure occasionally.

jtech 08-11-2008 10:28 AM

RE: Sounds like fuel pump buzzing when car off
 
It is coming from under the left rear seat, I will check tonight, If the fuel pump makes a different noise then maybe I need a new gas cap?

WheelBrokerAng 08-11-2008 11:23 AM

RE: Sounds like fuel pump buzzing when car off
 

ORIGINAL: JimBlake

Have someone turn the key ON (but not START) to hear the fuel pump sound.

Underneath the left-rear seat? I bet its the EVAP canister releasing tank pressure occasionally.

Good analogy there Jim, how you been?

JimBlake 08-11-2008 01:27 PM

RE: Sounds like fuel pump buzzing when car off
 
Heh heh... Angelo, I wasnt even thinking about that kind of analogy!

Not the gas cap which is supposed to be sealed.
EVAP system is supposed to vent gas tank but its not continuous.
The little release valve is supposed to be pretty quiet, but you are not the first one who has a louder one.

Pinpoint the location of the sound would be a big help.

jtech 08-11-2008 01:34 PM

RE: Sounds like fuel pump buzzing when car off
 
its about a 5 second hum. I will investigate further....


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