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ETC8494 - Fuel Pressure Regulator – V8 EFI

Original price - Original price €168,50
Original price
€168,50
€168,50 - €168,50
Current price €168,50
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Fuel Pressure Regulator mounts on the fuel rail of the multiport electronic fuel injection (EFI) system.

It holds a constant pressure difference between the fuel rail and the intake manifold by referencing manifold vacuum, keeping injector delivery consistent as engine load changes. Excess fuel is returned to the tank through the return line. Fitted to the V8 EFI petrol engine.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender up to 2016
Land Rover Discovery 1 1989-1998 (L318)
Land Rover Discovery 2 1998-2004 (L318)
Range Rover Classic up to 1994
Range Rover Classic 1994-2001 (P38)
Fitment Notes DEFENDER 1987-2006 — 4.0L V8 EFI Petrol
DISCOVERY 1 1989-1998 — 3.9L V8 EFI Petrol (VIN FA393361>WA799999)
DISCOVERY 2 1998-2004 — V8 EFI Petrol
RANGE ROVER P38 1994-2001 — 4.0L / 4.6L V8 EFI Petrol
RANGE ROVER CLASSIC 1986-1994 — 3.9L V8 EFI Petrol (with & without catalyst)
Alternative Codes
ETC8494ETC8494X

In stock 3 units
2 · Gouda 1 · Drachten
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  • Netherlands / Belgium / Germany: 2–4 working days.
  • Other EU countries + UK: 4–8 working days.
  • Outside EU/UK: delivery times vary — contact us for an estimate.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the ETC8494 fuel pressure regulator do?
The fuel pressure regulator holds a constant pressure difference between the fuel rail and the intake manifold on the V8 EFI engine. It references manifold vacuum and returns excess fuel to the tank, keeping injector delivery consistent as engine load changes.
Where is the fuel pressure regulator located?
The fuel pressure regulator mounts on the fuel rail of the V8 multiport EFI system. It's connected to the fuel return line and to a manifold vacuum reference hose, sitting within the fuel delivery side of the engine.
What are the symptoms of a failing fuel pressure regulator?
Common signs are rough idle, poor running under load, hard starting, a fuel smell or black smoke. If the internal diaphragm splits, fuel can typically be drawn into the vacuum hose, which fouls the intake.
Which Land Rovers does the ETC8494 fit?
The ETC8494 fits V8 EFI petrol engines: Defender 4.0L, Discovery 1 3.9L (VIN FA393361 to WA799999), Discovery 2, Range Rover Classic 3.9L and Range Rover P38 4.0L and 4.6L. Confirm your engine and VIN.