BMW Electric Fuel Pump Insert - Pierburg 16117195471

Product Information

An electric fuel pump is responsible for pumping fuel from the fuel tank to the engine at the appropriate pressure and flow rate. Electric fuel pumps are typically located inside the fuel tank or mounted externally and are activated by the vehicle’s ignition system. They ensure that fuel is delivered consistently to the engine for combustion, supporting overall engine performance and efficiency.

• Difficulty Starting the Engine: If the fuel pump is struggling to deliver fuel, the engine may have trouble starting or may take longer than usual to crank and start
• Loss of Power: A malfunctioning fuel pump can lead to a loss of engine power, making it difficult to accelerate or maintain speed, especially when climbing hills or carrying heavy loads

About Pierburg

Pierburg S.A. is a company that forms part of the KSPG AG Group, a worldwide leader in the design, development and production of automobile components. As a worldwide automotive provider, Pierburg S.A. holds a position as a leader in the automotive markets thanks to their competence in the areas of the reduction of emissions and secondary air management. The development of our products is carried out in close collaboration with well-known automotive manufacturers.

With a history beginning with the start of the automobile industry, Pierburg’s reputation has been that of superior engine expertise. Pierburg remains a pioneer in advanced pump technology working as an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) for many European auto brands. Their product line ranges from coolant pumps, oil pumps and re-circulating water pumps, to vacuum pumps and many more. For every function, Pierburg produces a solution that provides the highest reliability, dependability, and functionality for automobiles.

Even before the talks of climate change, Pierburg had been working on finding solutions for ecological friendly vehicle technology, in order to slow fuel consumption and decrease emissions. One example is Pierburg’s line of on-demand oil and water pumps only run when needed resulting in reduced engine emissions.