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Test NTC-3A - Checking Fuel Pressure

WARNING: High fuel pressure may be present in fuel lines. Open fuel system with caution. See FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE .
  1. Turn ignition off. Release fuel pressure. Connect fuel pressure gauge to fuel rail. Turn ignition on. Go to next step.
  2. Using scan tool, actuate fuel system test. If fuel pressure is 45-55 psi (3.2-3.9 kg/cm2 ), fuel pressure is normal. Test passed. If fuel pressure is not as specified, go to next step.
  3. Record fuel pressure reading. If fuel pressure is more than 55 psi (3.9 kg/cm2 ), go to step 5). If fuel pressure is less than 55 psi (3.2 kg/cm2 ), go to next step.
  4. Using scan tool, stop actuation test. Turn ignition off. Inspect fuel lines for kinks or restrictions. Release fuel pressure and repair fuel lines as necessary, and perform TEST VER-2A . If no kinked or restricted lines exist, go to next step.
  5. Start engine and note fuel pressure gauge reading. If fuel pressure is 44.2-54.2 psi (3.1-3.8 kg/cm2 ) fuel pressure is normal. Test passed. If fuel pressure is not as specified, go to next step.
  6. If fuel pressure is more than 54.2 psi (3.8 kg/cm2 ), fuel pump is okay, but internal fuel regulator is defective. Replace fuel pump module and perform TEST VER-2A . If fuel pressure is more than zero, but less than 44.2 psi (3.1 kg/cm2 ), replace fuel pump module and perform TEST VER-2A. If fuel pressure is zero, perform TEST TC-101A .