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Originally Posted by 86audicoupe
I had the same problem trying to source one. When I got the car the fuel relay would cut out at 4500rpm. I managed to track down aftermarket part by Unipart (new old stock) but can’t find any for sale now but...
I think this one would be the correct one for your car. Best double check the part number but it’s not 100% guaranteed until you’ve tried it. Did the Topran one have the correct part number but still not work? I think I’m sure that’s what happened to me!
Hitachi equivalent: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/313020571614 |
Yes, the Topran one is apparently an equivalent part, but perhaps the equivalence only works in one direction (i.e. you can substitute the Hitachi one for the Topran one but not the other way round). With it fitted the car doesn’t fire at all- the fuel pump does not prime.
I think 443 906 059, which is the original part fitted, may be different to 443 906 059A. Perhaps someone who understands part numbers better can confirm?
I can start the car by removing the cover from the existing one and holding the contacts closed to prime the pump, but it won’t work on its own. It’s been getting worse and worse over time- up to now a sharp tap to the casing with a screwdriver has been enough to get it going but not any more.
Time to sort an Autodoc order I think.