"dennis@home" wrote in message
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"Christian McArdle" wrote in message
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It is also why, on a modern diesel, if you accidentally fill with petrol,
do ABSOLUTELY NOTHING until the fuel can be pumped out. DO NOT touch the
keys or attempt to lock or unlock the doors. Otherwise, you can find your
petrol has caused several thousand pounds worth of damage to the fuel
pump.


How does petrol damage the fuel pump?

A diesel pump is designed to run on diesel fuel oil which _lubricates_ the
working parts. High hydraulic pressures are also involved, which require
very close tolerance parts to be fitted. The smallest amount of wear can be
detrimental to the proper working of the pump.
Petrol is a good solvent. I'm sure that you can work the rest out.

Sylvain.