Fuel Pump Delivery Rate, Checking [For Engine(S): Bub, CBRA]
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Adapter V.A.G 1318/17-1 from Adapter for VAG 1318 V.A.G 1318/17
- Remote Control V.A.G 1348/3A with Remote Control V.A.G 1348/3-3
- Connector Test Set V.A.G 1594C
- Measuring container, fuel-resistant
Procedure
Observe test conditions, refer to TEST CONDITIONS .
-- Remove the fuel cap from the fuel filler tube.
TT Coupe:
-- Remove rear seat bench. Refer to Removal and Installation .
TT Roadster:
-- Remove the right side rear panel trim panel. Refer to Removal and Installation .
All Vehicles:
-- Unclip catches -arrows- of right connector flange cover.
-- Disconnect the connector -arrow- from the locking flange.
-- Connect V.A.G 1348/3A with V.A.G 1348/3-3 with an adapter cable from V.A.G 1594C at terminal -1-.
-- Cover the second connector terminal of V.A.G 1348/3-3 with insulating tape to prevent short circuit -arrow-.
-- Connect contact -5- to vehicle Ground (GND) using a jumper cable from the V.A.G 1594C.
-- Connect alligator clip to battery positive.
There is a risk of injury because the fuel is under high pressure.
- To reduce pressure in the fuel system, lay a clean cloth around the connector and carefully loosen connector.
-- Press the release button and disconnect the fuel return line -arrow-.
-- Connect V.A.G 1318/17-1 to disconnected fuel return line and hold it in a measuring container.
-- Press the switch on the remote control for 15 seconds.
-- Compare quantity of fuel delivered with minimum delivery rate in diagram (cm3 /15s).
Voltage at fuel pump with engine stopped and pump running is approximately 2 volts less than battery voltage.
If minimum delivery quantity is not obtained, the following malfunctions may be present:
- Fuel lines pinched.
- Fuel filter clogged.
- Fuel pump faulty.
Assemble in reverse order of disassembling. Note the following:
TT Coupe:
-- Install rear seat bench. Refer to Removal and Installation .
TT Roadster:
-- Install the right side rear panel trim panel. Refer to Removal and Installation .