FAQ 47
Question: I have a 1977 VW fuel injected convertible. I believe my problem is with the electric fuel pump and/or the pump relay. I can't find where these items are located in my Bug. What happens is that the engine quits running after a period of time and won't start until it sits for about and hour. Answer: Those symptoms generally fit a bad relay or fuel pump. Could be plugged filter too. Pump and relay are pretty easy to test. A warning before you start: gasoline explodes and it causes cancer. Keep sparks away from gasoline, and wear gloves. Remember, that even a tool hitting a metal part of the car can make a spark, clean up any fuel spills, etc. Having never personally seen a fuel injection (FI) system on a Bug, I got this info from the shop manual: There is a double relay under that cover behind the right rear luggage compartment. This is all behind the rear seat backrest. The fuel pump is near the right front wheel. It is a metallic cylinder near the fuel filter. I think you need the shop manual. Everything I've read says the FI is reliable, and not too hard to work on. However, the shop manual is vital for testing and diagnosis. The shop manual is nice. You can find my review online at: http://laudeman.com/bug_b_0837600960.html
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