Question on Fuel Pump and Filter Replacement

I was driving my 2004 mini cooper, slowed down and down shifted, then it started "choking" and sputtering. It finally died in a parking lot. I tried starting it several times and it acted like it was barely getting gas. Now, it acts like it is getting no gas. Replaced the filter still nothing. Last resort is a fuel pump? Could it be anything else?

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[Nick at Pelican Parts]

I can't help without knowing what is missing from the system when you are trying to start it. When your engine doesn’t start you’ll want to check the basics. Check spark, fuel injector pulse and fuel pressure, volume and quality. Are there any fault codes? Once you figure out what is missing, it will be easier to diagnose.


- Nick