2. Checking Fuel Pressure
WARNING:
THE FUEL SYSTEM IS UNDER A CONSTANT PRESSURE (EVEN WITH THE ENGINE OFF). BEFORE TESTING OR SERVICING ANY FUEL SYSTEM HOSE, FITTING OR LINE, THE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MUST BE RELEASED.
Turn the ignition off.
Install a fuel pressure gauge.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRB III(R), actuate the Fuel Pump Relay and observe the fuel pressure gauge.
NOTE:
Fuel pressure specification is 3.7 to 4.2 bar (54 to 61 psi).
Turn the ignition off.
CAUTION: Stop All Actuations.
Choose a conclusion that best matches your fuel pressure reading.
Within Specification
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Above Specification
- Replace the fuel filter/pressure regulator. See FUEL SYSTEM article.
- See POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - VER 2 .