Originally Posted by mph
Thanks for that and it does explain the anomalies. Looking back through the paperwork the previous owner did have a new relay fitted some time ago. Clearly the wrong type.

Not unique to my car as I first became aware of this possibility, and the consequences, from a reference on TM. Unfortunately I can't find the thread again !

Googling the V8 fuel pump relay, the suggested replacements don't appear to have the diode fitted. The model coming up is AFU2913L

Can anyone confirm, or otherwise ?

That's the correct relay, I always have two onboard the reason being new old stock one's are prone to failure.

Bosch for me every time.
Rimmer sells them at MMC prices 70 smackers ooo


2009 4/4 Sport Henrietta
1999 Indigo Blue +8
2009 4/4 Sport Green prev
1993 Con Green +8 prev