Fuel System Pressure Check
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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment
| 310-D009 (D95L-7211-A) Fuel Pressure Test Kit | |
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Check
NOTE:
This Fuel System Pressure Check is for the low pressure side of the system.
- Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions .
- Release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
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WARNING: Before working on or disconnecting any of the fuel tubes or fuel system components, relieve the fuel system pressure to prevent accidental spraying of fuel. Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure, even when the engine is not running. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
Disconnect the fuel supply line-to-high pressure pump coupling. Refer to: Spring Lock Couplings .
- Install the Fuel Pressure Test Kit between the fuel supply line and the high pressure pump. Use Special Service Tool: 310-D009 (D95L-7211-A) Fuel Pressure Test Kit.
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NOTE: The fuel pump fuse was previously removed to release the fuel system pressure and must be install to test the fuel system pressure.
Install the fuel pump fuse.
- Reconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
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NOTE: Carry out a Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO) visual inspection for fuel leaks prior to completing the fuel system pressure test.
Test the fuel system pressure to make sure it is within the specified range. For additional information, refer to Specifications in this article.
- After completion of the fuel system pressure test, disconnect the battery ground cable, open the drain valve on the Fuel Pressure Test Kit and release any residual fluid into an appropriate container. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
- Remove the Fuel Pressure Test Kit by reversing the installation steps.