Evening folks,

 

I've noticed a strong smell of petrol and hugely reduced fuel economy over the last week or so. This is combined with the zed taking a while to kick in when starting and idling at what sounds like increased revs but not displaying very high on the dial.

 

I had a look this morning and found a pretty fast drip which would account for the fuel loss, it's only happening when the engine has been running for a few minutes.

 

I've attached a couple of pics showing the area, not very well highlighted as I only have paint!!

 

Could you guys offer any advice on this, reckon it's a five minute job or something more serious?

 

Many thanks in advance,

 

Jon

i know it sounds obvious but just push everything on as hard as you can without breaking it. make sure its all tightened as best as possible.

I´ve had a few fuel leaks in my time but I can´t really make out whereabouts in the engine bay those pics are...is that the fuel dampner we´re looking at in the first pic ?

Everything seems to be pushed in as far as it goes Yassa, I'll have another look at it though.

 

Maz, looking at the engine layout diagram I think it's the fuel pressure regulator area. I should have taken a wider shot to start with!! oops!

oh..yeah, now i can see it...i thought they only painted the old fuel dampners matt black..i must have a newer fuel pressure regulator as it´s not black.

 

where exactly is it dripping from ..the hose, the conection or from the regulator itself ?

It's tricky to see because it's underneath, I'm not 100% but I would say it's possible at the connection, I'm pretty sure it's not the hose.

there should be another hose connected..like you say, from the picture it would be umderneath the regulator...have you checked that connection ?

I'll just pop out and have another look! Thanks for the replies so far though, I shall be back!!

Maz, you were quite correct. Found another hose running up into the regulator. Jubilee clip had a bit of slack, so after managing to get the screwdriver at the right angle tightened it up. Had her running now for over five minutes and no sign of the leak!! Engine bay still smells of petrol but hope that will go in time.

 

The throttle response is significantly improved as well, as with this leak it kind of hesitated before revving.

 

Hopefully this has solved the problem, really appreciate the assistance in this, owe you one!!. Thought I might have had to drive the Yaris to work tomorrow!!

 

Thanks again,

 

Jon

your welcome mate, glad I could help :)

 

Maz