Fuel System Diagnosis

Fuel Injector Electrical Connector:

1. Fuel system pressure must first be released before performing this test. Service and Repair
2. Remove the protective cover from the fuel service valve on the fuel rail. Connect the fuel pressure gauge to the fuel rail service valve.
3. Using the appropriate tester (DRB II) or equivalent scanner, place ignition switch in RUN position and actuate ATM button to activate fuel pump and pressurize system. If fuel pump fails to actuate, check for voltage to fuel pump, and fuel pump ground. If fuel pump has no voltage, test the electrical circuit.
After actuating the gauge, cancel the ATM button. The gauge should read 380 kPa plus or minus 7 kPa (55 psi plus or minus 2 psi), and hold for one minute or more.
^ If fuel pressure is below specification proceed to step 4.
^ If fuel pressure is above specification proceed to step 5.
^ If pressure is as specified fuel system is operating correctly and no further testing is necessary. Remove the fuel pressure gauge and reinstall the protective cover for the service valve on the fuel rail. If fuel pressure bleeds off proceed with system test at step 4.
^ If the fuel pressure reading is within this range, and the engine will not start, (with good ignition spark) test the electrical circuit.
^ If the fuel pump fails to engage, and no pump pressure is evident on the gauge, test the electrical circuit.
4. If fuel pressure is below specification, move pressure gauge to fuel supply line and install between fuel tank and fuel filter. Repeat test procedure, and check fuel system pressure. If pressure is 5 psi higher than previous reading and within specification, replace fuel filter. If no change occurs in pressure, gently squeeze fuel return hose. If pressure increases to specification, replace fuel pressure regulator. If no change in pressure occurs, either the fuel pump is defective or the sock type filter is obstructed.
5. If fuel pressure is above 394 kPa (57 psi) remove fuel return hose from fuel pressure regulator end, and install a suitable hose from fuel pressure regulator output. Place the other end of the hose in a large clean and approved container. START engine and observe fuel pressure. If pressure is now within specification, problem is a restriction in fuel return line, or an obstructed fuel return check valve in tank. Clear return line obstruction if necessary, and or replace fuel tank assembly if in-tank check valve is obstructed. If pressure is still above specification replace fuel pressure regulator.