The fuel pump gasket is a segment of flexible material made to prevent any leaking. It is usually installed in the middle of the mechanical fuel pump and the mounting surface.
Fuel pump gasket functionThe fuel pump utilizes the movement of the engine's camshaft to operate it and the pump is installed beside the engine. A lever from the fuel pump goes through a hole and links with a lobe, but it leaves a gap in the middle, where the fuel pump gasket is needed to keep engine oil from leaking. The gasket must be flexible to fill in the gaps while still compressing when required, but it also needs to be able to resist the high temperatures of the engine.
Common issues with a faulty fuel pump gasketA faulty fuel pump gasket can lead to pressure issues, fuel system leaks, oil leaks, and poor fuel economy.