Diesel water sensor question

ClassikFan · Jun 16, 2013

Hi All

Yesterday I did my air and oil filters and left the fuel filter until today, not realising how easy and quick it is!

However when I get underneath I find the sensor isn't connected. The connector block is taped up out of the way.

My question is this - is there a common problem with these? Did the previous owner disconnect because the sensor didn't work or because there is a wiring fault? I would like to get the sensor reinstated as soon as poss.

Thanks in advance
Stu

50 pence · Jun 16, 2013

If serviced regularly, then the a missing water sensor is not a problem.

Its 99% likely that it is missing as a result of being broken after a prior filter change. They are only made of plastic, and, if overtightened, will easilly break, and at £18.00, most will just put a bolt in it.

biggeeeee · Jun 16, 2013

They are a pain in the arse, I replace the filter every year and the dash warning light appears every so often, especially after heavy rainfall, usually during a long journey, I've learned to live with it and eventually goes out itself.

DIFFLOCK66 · Jun 16, 2013

Thanks for asking ClassikFan, saved me asking a related question. My diesel filter light does not come on at all, even during self test, but seeing as I'll be doing filter changes myself, it's no problem.

Diff.

ClassikFan · Jun 17, 2013

Well I've answered that question - got underneath tonight and plugged the connector back in, apart from the wire bit to hold it in place being missing the result is an illuminated dash light. I guess the sensor is faulty, looking back at the vehicles records I see a new one was fitted back in 2010. It may well be taped back up out of the way again soon!

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