The engine in my 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero cut out suddenly
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Asked by Prosper
My 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero recently just cut out. I put more diesel in the tank, but I’ve discovered it will only start using starting fluid in a spray can.
Answered by CarsGuide
9 Oct 2024This sounds like a classic case of a vehicle with a fuel pump that has died. Electric fuel pumps have a very finite lifespan and, when they stop, they do so suddenly, for no apparent reason and with the result that the engine will simply not start or run at all. By spraying starting fluid into the engine, you’re giving it a sniff of fuel; enough to make it fire, but not run for long.
You’re probably looking at a new fuel pump, but don’t forget to check fuses and relays, the lines for leaks and the various fuel filters for cleanliness.
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