Fuel & ignition

In-tank fuel pump

Moves fuel from the tank toward the engine.

Where it sits

Usually in a serviceable module inside the fuel tank.

How it works

An electric pump provides supply flow; pressure regulation and control vary by fuel system.

Think of it as

The first relay runner supplying the next pump.

Symptoms when it fails

Long cranking or power loss may reflect supply pressure, electrical control or fuel quality.

Lifespan

Plugs and filters use engine-specific service guidance. Pumps and injectors are normally assessed through pressure, leakage and electrical tests.

Repair cost

Spark-plug service is usually less involved than direct-injector or high-pressure-pump replacement; coding and access can add work.

The BMW angle

A BMW direct-injection system can have both a tank pump and an engine-driven high-pressure pump.

Used in

BMW combustion models; spark components are petrol-only and glow-plug hardware is diesel-only.

Sources
Same system

Fuel & ignition