It runs for about 30+ seconds then cuts out. We had the diagnostic check and thats what the garage came up with......the fuel pump overheating which in turn burnt the relay out.

Nottingham.....a bit far but thanks for the offer.

Appreciate the reply thomas....ramps it is then.

Garage says its the pump thats gone , the one in the tank + the relay......sometimes there is a tip or trick that someone knows about, but I reckon from the response on here that it is a garage job, which we thought anyway, but, if you dont ask. However, it would have been better if someone had...

Thanks stew.....does the rr have to be lifted to remove the tank?

I think what we need to know is, does the tank have to be removed in order to replace the pump and can it be done while on the ground, also is there a way to change the pump without taking the tank off. To be fair not all jobs are possible by the diyer because of access and special tools but...

Thanks for the welcome stew.......its a diesel, p reg, 2.5L.

Aup, a bit cheeky being a newby but a question.......could a fuel pump in a P38 be replaced as a do it yourself, its my sons r r and there is no way he can afford the garage bills of 400 quid+. Appreciate all replies. Thanks landyzone.

Cheers goonarmy Ill have a look int rr section. Keep those wheels firmly on the ground.

Priorities........a virtual drink for all + some olive oil for the landy:). I dont have a proper off-roader, its a cr-v for the caravan and dog. My main purpose for joining was to ask you, on behalf of my son who has a Range Rover, if it is possible to change the fuel pump without a huge garage...