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FDS10 - Check Regulator For Low Pressure Causes



^ Key Off.

^ Remove return fuel line at fuel rail and connect short hose from rail to measured container of at least one quart capacity.

^ Ground Fuel Pump (FP) lead as in Step FDS2.

^ Key On, Engine Off.

^ Record fuel pressure and note whether fuel is being returned to measured container. Unground FP lead after 10 seconds or if container is more than half full.

^ Is fuel being returned after pump is turned off?

YES -- Replace fuel pressure regulator. Repeat Test Step FDS2 for verification. FDS2 - Fuel Pressure Test

NO -- Single tank equipped, replace fuel pump assembly. Go to FDS2. FDS2 - Fuel Pressure Test

Dual tank equipped, Check both pumps. If both are low, check voltage at both pumps before replacing pumps. Repeat Test Step FDS2 for verification. FDS2 - Fuel Pressure Test

NOTE: When replacing fuel pump, clean out tank and replace fuel filter.