Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 1.8L Turbo engine and 6-cyl. MPI-engine)

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Adapter V.A.G 1318/17-1 From Adapter Set V.A.G 1318/17

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Adapter V.A.G 1318/17-1 from adapter set V.A.G 1318/17

Fig 2: Identifying Remote Control Connection V.A.G 1348/3A

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Remote control V.A.G 1348/3A with adapter cable V.A.G 1348/3-2
Fuel-resistant measuring container

Test conditions

Battery voltage at least 12.5 V.
Fuel filter OK
Fuel tank at least ¹ /₄ filled.
Fuel pressure regulator OK, checking →
- 24 MULTIPORT FUEL INJECTION (MFI) for 1.8 LITER 4-CYL. 5V TURBO FUEL INJECTION & IGNITION, ENGINE CODE(S): AMB
- 24 - MULTIPORT FUEL INJECTION (MFI) for 2.0 LITER 4-CYL. 4V TURBO FUEL INJECTION IGNITION, ENGINE CODE(S): BPG, BWT
- 24 MULTIPORT FUEL INJECTION (MFI) for 3.0 LITER 6-CYL. 5V FUEL INJECTION & IGNITION, ENGINE CODE(S): AVK, BGN
- 24 - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM for 3.2 V6 4V FUEL INJECTION IGNITION, ENGINE CODE(S): BKH
- 24 - MULTIPORT FUEL INJECTION (MFI) for 4.2 LITER V8 4V FUEL INJECTION AND IGNITION, ENGINE CODE(S): BNS
- 24 MULTIPORT FUEL INJECTION (MFI) for 4.2 LITER V8 5V FUEL INJECTION AND IGNITION, ENGINE CODE(S): BHF
.

Ignition switched off.

Test sequence

Open fuse box cover at left side of instrument cluster.
Pull out fuse on fuse panel S228 (left row, 5th large fuse from top).

Fig 3: Connecting Remote Control V.A.G 1348/3A With Adapter Cable V.A.G 1348/3-2 To Right Socket Terminal Of S228

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Connect remote control V.A.G 1348/3A with adapter cable V.A.G 1348/3-2 to right socket terminal of S228.
Connect alligator clip to vehicle battery (+).
Remove fuel filler cap from fuel filler tube.

Sedan:

Remove carpeting in luggage compartment.
Fold forward the right rear seat backrest, if necessary.

Wagon:

Remove left 1/3 backrest →
- 72 - SEAT - FRAMES
- 72 - SEAT - FRAMES for BODY INTERIOR - CABRIOLET
.
Remove left side luggage compartment trim and dirt tray →
- 70 - INTERIOR TRIM
- 70 - INTERIOR TRIM for BODY INTERIOR - CABRIOLET
.

All models:

Fig 4: Unbolting Cover For Locking Flange In Luggage Compartment

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Unbolt cover for locking flange in luggage compartment - arrows -.

CAUTION: The fuel system is under pressure! Before opening system, place rags around the connection area. Then release pressure by carefully loosening the connection.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Fuel Return Line By Pressing Release Buttons

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Disconnect fuel return line - arrow - by pressing release buttons.

Fig 6: Fuel Line From The High Pressure Fuel Gauge Connected To The Disconnected Fuel Return Line

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Connect adapter V.A.G 1318/17-1 to disconnected fuel line and hold it in a measuring container.
Press switch on remote control for 15 seconds.

Fig 7: Delivery Rate Diagram

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Compare quantity of fuel delivered with minimum delivery rate in diagram (cm ³ /15s).

NOTE:

Voltage at fuel pump with engine stopped and pump running is approx. 2 volts less than battery voltage.

Assembly is in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

Install fuel return line.