What Are the Most Common Signs of a Worn-Out Barrel and Plunger? Because this assembly is all about precision, even microscopic wear can cause major problems. Here are the classic symptoms:
Hard Starting or No Start: The most common sign. Worn components cannot generate the high pressure needed to "crack open" the injectors, especially when the engine is cold.
Low Power / Lack of Power: If the pump can't deliver enough high-pressure fuel, the...