Second Hand Nissan Skyline Fuel Pump

Yes, all Nissan Skyline variants — including the R32, R33, and R34 generations — use an in-tank electric fuel pump, so it is a genuine used part you can source from a breaker. Both the naturally aspirated RB20E/RB25DE and turbocharged RB20DET/RB25DET/RB26DETT engines require a fuel pump, though the high-output turbocharged engines (particularly the RB26DETT in the GT-R) ran higher fuel-pressure demands, so the pump specification can differ between NA and turbo variants. Always quote your engine code when asking for a quote, as this is the single most reliable way to match the correct pump.

The R33 and R34 are separate generations with different fuel system specifications, and crossing that 1998 generational boundary means you should not assume direct interchangeability — confirm with the breaker against your registration and engine code before buying. Engine code is the key detail here: an RB25DET in an R33 and an RB25DET Neo in an R34 are related but not identical engines, and ancillary components including fuel pump fitment may differ. A good breaker will cross-reference your VIN or engine code to verify the pump matches before dispatch.

Trim level alone does not determine which fuel pump you need — what matters is the engine code, fuel type (all Skylines in these generations are petrol), and whether the engine is turbocharged or naturally aspirated. A GTS-T with an RB25DET will need a pump suited to a turbocharged application, while a GTS with an RB25DE naturally aspirated engine may use a different specification, regardless of the badge on the boot. Quote your engine code (found on the V5 or via a VIN check) to your breaker rather than relying on trim name alone.

The R32 generation ran from 1989 to 1994 and covered several engine variants, from the RB20E through to the twin-turbo RB26DETT in the GT-R, and the GT-R's fuel pump is a notably higher-flow unit to support its power output. Swapping a standard RB20 or RB25 pump into a GT-R application (or vice versa) is not advisable, so always match by engine code rather than generation alone. Confirm exact part compatibility with the breaker against your engine code before purchasing.

Year and model name will help a breaker narrow things down, but on the Skyline range they are not sufficient on their own because multiple engine variants were available across the same years. The engine code is stamped on the block and is also listed on your V5 logbook or obtainable via a VIN check, and supplying it gives the breaker the best chance of matching the correct pump first time. If you genuinely cannot find the engine code, a reputable breaker may be able to look it up from your registration, but always verify before payment.

The fuel pump itself is not typically an electronically coded component in the way that an ECU or immobiliser unit is, but whether any ancillary wiring, relay, or control module associated with the fuel system requires matching to your specific car is something you should confirm with the breaker against your registration. This is particularly worth asking if your Skyline has been imported and may carry different specification electrics to a standard UK-market car. A knowledgeable breaker familiar with Skylines will be able to advise on any fitment nuances before you commit to buying.