Black Rat JBJ
New Member
Hi guys, new to the site as my Father died recently and I have his TD4.
I have never owned a car built in the 21st Century and never a Diesel.
I've done about 100 miles in it and the Engine management light has come on.
Diagnostic check says 'Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor'
The car is OK for about 1/2 mile then the light comes on if you put your foot about halfway down and you get no power, going up hill is a nightmare and getting above 50mph is nearly impossible.
Is it going to be the sensor, or could it be the wiring loom?
ECU's disturb me - if a car's got such a thing, I'm not normally interested as I prefer the older lady that I can work on at home.
I've found a 2nd hand sensor with 90day warranty for 35 quid (Landrover wanted 285 + VAT!!!!)
Is it worth a punt just swapping it and will I be the victim of having to buy yet another 'Special Tool' to work on a modern car?
Thanks in advance - JBJ
I have never owned a car built in the 21st Century and never a Diesel.
I've done about 100 miles in it and the Engine management light has come on.
Diagnostic check says 'Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor'
The car is OK for about 1/2 mile then the light comes on if you put your foot about halfway down and you get no power, going up hill is a nightmare and getting above 50mph is nearly impossible.
Is it going to be the sensor, or could it be the wiring loom?
ECU's disturb me - if a car's got such a thing, I'm not normally interested as I prefer the older lady that I can work on at home.
I've found a 2nd hand sensor with 90day warranty for 35 quid (Landrover wanted 285 + VAT!!!!)
Is it worth a punt just swapping it and will I be the victim of having to buy yet another 'Special Tool' to work on a modern car?
Thanks in advance - JBJ