FUEL PRESSURE TEST


1.Release residual pressure from the fuel pipe line to prevent fuel gush out (Refer to ).
caution Cover the hose connection with rags to prevent splash of fuel that could be caused by some residual pressure in the fuel pipe line.

2.Disconnect the high-pressure fuel hose at the delivery pipe side.

3.Assemble the special tool Injector test set (MD998706 or MB992076) of special tool as shown in figure.
(1) Remove the injector installation adapter from the hose. Remove another hose together with the adapter and remove the adopter from the remaining hose.
(2) Install the special tool quick connector (MB991990) and the special tool hose adapter (MB992001) to the hose without the adopter.
(3) Remove the nipple of the bolt of the special tool hose adapter (MD998709).
(4) Install the special tool prepared in the procedure (3) to the nipple that was removed together with hose in the procedure (1)
4.Assemble the fuel pressure measurement tools as follows.

<When using the fuel pressure gauge set (special tool) >
  1. Via a gasket, install the special tool fuel pressure gauge set (MB991637 or MB991981) into the special tool that has already assembled as described.

<When using the fuel pressure gauge>
  1. Via a suitable O-ring or gasket, install the fuel pressure gauge to the special tool that has already assembled as described.
5.Install the assembled fuel pressure measurement tools between the delivery pipe and fuel high-pressure hose.
caution To prevent damage to the M.U.T.-III, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting the M.U.T.-III.
6.Connect the M.U.T.-III to the diagnosis connector.
7.Turn the ignition switch to "ON" position (But do not start the engine).
8.Select "Item No. 5" from the M.U.T.-III Actuator test to drive the fuel pump. Check that there are no fuel leaks from any parts.
9.Finish the actuator test or turn the ignition switch to "LOCK" (OFF) position.
10.Start the engine and run at idle.
11.Measure fuel pressure while the engine is running at idle.
Standard value: Approximately 230 kPa at curb idle

12.Disconnect the vacuum hose from the fuel pressure regulator and measure fuel pressure with the hose end closed by a finger.
Standard value: 289 - 309 kPa at curb idle
13.Check to see that fuel pressure at idle does not drop even after the engine has been raced several times.
14.Racing the engine repeatedly, hold the fuel return hose lightly with fingers to feel that fuel pressure is present in the return hose.
note If the fuel flow rate is low, there will be no fuel pressure in the return hose.
15.If any of fuel pressure measured in steps 11 to 14 is out of specification, troubleshoot and repair according to the table below.
Symptom
Probable cause
Remedy

  • Fuel pressure too low
  • Fuel pressure drops after racing
  • No fuel pressure in fuel return hose

Clogged fuel filter
Replace fuel filter
Fuel leaking to return side due to poor fuel regulator valve seating or settled spring
Replace fuel pressure regulator
Low fuel pump delivery pressure
Replace fuel pump
Fuel pressure too high
Binding valve in fuel pressure regulator
Replace fuel pressure regulator
Clogged fuel return hose or pipe
Clean or replace hose or pipe
Same fuel pressure when vacuum hose is connected and when disconnected
Damaged vacuum hose or clogged nipple
Replace vacuum hose or clean nipple
16.Stop the engine and check change of fuel pressure gauge reading. Normal if the reading does not drop within 2 minutes. If it does, observe the rate of drop and troubleshoot and repair according to the table below.
Symptom
Probable cause
Remedy
Fuel pressure drops gradually after engine is stopped
Leaky injector
Replace injector
Leaky fuel regulator valve seat
Replace fuel pressure regulator
Fuel pressure drops sharply immediately after engine is stopped
Check valve in fuel pump is held open
Replace fuel pump
17.Release residual pressure from the fuel pipe line (Refer to ).
caution Cover the hose connection with rags to prevent splash of fuel that could be caused by some residual pressure in the fuel pipe line.
18.Remove the fuel pressure gauge and special tool from the delivery pipe.
19.Fit the fuel high pressure hose over the delivery pipe and tighten.
20.Check for any fuel leaks by following the procedure in step 7.
21.Disconnect the M.U.T.-III.