Re: [DML] Accumulator Problems

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

The fuel accumulator consists of a pressure chamber, diaphragm, spring, and
plunger. The last three items are prone to breakage and leaking. We have no
indication that heated fuel accelerates any failures.

If hot fuel is collapsing your fuel pick up line you will need to replace
the pick up hose.

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----- Original Message -----
From: Robert Rooney <dmcvegas@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Tuesday, June 20, 2000 8:22 PM
Subject: [DML] Accumulator Problems


> After reading the accumulator FAQ, I understand what it's function
> is, and how it works. But my question is, what can cause an
> accumulator to go bad? Is the diaphram inside prone to heat damage?
> And if so, at what temperature? Right now were having hot start
> problems, but the accumulator is supposed to be new. The fuel in the
> gas tank is getting hot enough in traffic to cause the pick up hose
> to collapse, so when fuel gets this hot, is it possible for it to
> damage the accumulator as it goes through it? I have several repair
> options here, but a couple of answers could greatly help me decide in
> which direction to go. Thanks in advance again!
>
> -Robert
> vin 6585
>