Fuel pump with integrated reservoir, removing and installing: Troubleshooting

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1999 Audi A8, 1998 Audi A8, and 1997 Audi A8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Troubleshooting Chart - Engine Does Not Start & Engine Starts, But Stalls

To check fuel level sensor resistance, see FUEL LEVEL SENSORS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
To replace fuel pump, see FUEL PUMP WITH INTEGRATED RESERVOIR, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
To connect remote control, see FUEL PUMP, CHECKING .
To replace seals for intergrated reservoir, see FUEL PUMP WITH INTEGRATED RESERVOIR, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

TROUBLESHOOTING: ENGINE STOPS RUNNING WHILE DRIVING

Symptom	Possible cause	Corrective action
With fuel gauge at less than 1/4-full: Engine stops running while driving (drive time greater than 10 min.)	Fuel level sensor faulty	Check fuel level sensor resistance against specified values and repair if necessary. See FUEL LEVEL SENSORS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
	Left side fuel level sensor incorrectly installed, causing the left intake pump to be raised, not permitting complete evacuation of left cavity. If so, there is approx. 10-14 liters (2.6-3.7 gal.) remaining in the left fuel tank cavity.	Check installation of left-side fuel level sensor. See FUEL LEVEL SENSORS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .