Fuel Pressure (3.1L Pickup & Rodeo)
- Release fuel system pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE under FUEL SYSTEM.
- Install fuel pressure gauge between steel line and flexible hose at throttle body. Start engine, check for leaks and allow engine to idle. Fuel pressure should be 9-13 psi (.62-.91 kg/cm2 ).
- If engine will not start, apply battery voltage to fuel pump test terminal connector (Black/Red wire). Test terminal connector is a single wire with a clear-colored connector, located in wiring harness on left fender, under fuse/relay box.
- If engine still will not start, see appropriate CHART A-3, ENGINE CRANKS BUT WILL NOT RUN under DIAGNOSTIC CHARTS.NOTE: Ensure Code 54 is not set by ECM before going to next step. See appropriate TESTS W/CODES article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE Section.
- If Code 54 is not set and fuel pump does not read within specification, see appropriate CHART A-7, FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE TEST under DIAGNOSTIC CHARTS.