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Component Function Check

  1. PRECONDITIONING
    WARNING: When performing the following procedure, always observe the handling of the fuel. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".

    TESTING CONDITION: 

    Before starting component function check, preparation of draining fuel and refilling fuel is required. 

    GO TO 2.

  2. PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK
    NOTE: Start from step  8, if it is possible to confirm that the fuel cannot be drained by 30 (7-7/8 US gal, 6-5/8 lmp gal) in advance.
    1. Prepare a fuel container and a spare hose.
    2. Release fuel pressure from fuel line. Refer to "INSPECTION ".
    3. Remove the fuel feed hose on the fuel level sensor unit.
    4. Connect a spare fuel hose where the fuel feed hose was removed.
    5. Turn ignition switch ON.
    6. Drain fuel by 30 (7-7/8 US gal, 6-5/8 lmp gal) from the fuel tank using proper equipment.
    7. Confirm that the fuel gauge indication varies.
    8. Fill fuel into the fuel tank for 30 (7-7/8 US gal, 6-5/8 lmp gal).
    9. Confirm that the fuel gauge indication varies.

      Is the inspection result normal? 

      YES: INSPECTION END

      NO: Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".