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Test Description

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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 3:  This step verifies that the fuel pump is operating.
  2. 5:  This step verifies that the vehicle is not out of fuel. If the right fuel sender is below 0.8 volt, and the left fuel sender is above 0.8 volt, a fuel transfer condition exists.
  3. 8:  This step tests for an internal fuel leak. If the fuel pressure drops during this test, then an internal loss of pressure is indicated.
  4. 11:  This step isolates the condition. Replace the primary fuel tank module assembly, if the fuel pressure remains constant, after closing the valve on the fuel pipe shut-off adapter. Locate and replace the leaking fuel injector if the pressure continues to decrease after closing the valve on the adapter.
  5. 14:  This step isolates the condition. Replace the primary fuel tank module assembly for a stuck open or leaking fuel pressure regulator, if the fuel pressure increases above the specified value.
  6. 17:  This step verifies that a circuit condition is not the cause of a fuel pressure concern. Inspect all fuel pump electrical circuits thoroughly.
Fuel System Diagnosis

Step Action Value(s) Yes No
Schematic Reference:  Fuel Hose/Pipes Routing Diagram 
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls
2
  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Observe the DTC information with a scan tool.
Did DTC P0461, P0462, P0463, P2066, P2067, P2068, or P2636 fail the last test?		 - Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List Go to Step 3 
3 
IMPORTANT:
  • The Fuel Pump Relay Command parameter may not change from OFF to ON or ON to OFF when using the Fuel Pump output control.
  • Additional DTCs may set when using the Fuel Pump output control.
  • Inspect the fuel system for the following conditions before proceeding with this diagnostic procedure:
    • Damage to the fuel system
    • External fuel leaks
Command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool.Does the fuel pump operate?		 - Go to Step 4  Go to Fuel Pump Electrical Circuit Diagnosis 
4 Observe the Fuel Level Sensor Right voltage parameter with a scan tool.
Is the voltage less than the specified value?		 0.8 V Go to Step 5  Go to Step 7 
5  Observe the Fuel Level Sensor Left voltage parameter with a scan tool.
Is the voltage less than the specified value?		 0.8 V Go to Step 6  Go to Step 15 
6
  1. Add the specified amount of fuel.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the conditions of the customer's concern.
  3. Monitor the fuel trim related parameters with a scan tool. Refer to Scan Tool Data List .
Do any of the scan tool parameters indicate a lean condition?		 19 liters (5 gallons) Go to Step 16  Go to Symptoms - Engine Controls 
7
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Install the fuel pressure gage. Refer to Fuel Pressure Gage Installation and Removal .
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. External fuel leaks
    IMPORTANT:
    • The fuel pump may need to be commanded ON a few times in order to obtain the highest possible fuel pressure.
    • DO NOT start the engine.
    • The Fuel Pump Relay Command parameter may not change from OFF to ON or ON to OFF when using the Fuel Pump output control.
    • Additional DTCs may set when using the Fuel Pump output control.

    Command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool.

  5. Observe the fuel pressure gage, while the fuel pump is operating.
Is the fuel pressure within the specified range?		 380-410 kPa (55-60 psi) Go to Step 8  Go to Step 12 
8 
IMPORTANT: The fuel pressure will drop when the fuel pump stops operating. After the fuel pump stops operating, the fuel pressure should stabilize and remain constant.
  1. Allow the fuel pressure to stabilize.
  2. Monitor the fuel pressure gage for 1 minute.
Does the fuel pressure decrease by more than the specified value?		 34 kPa (5 psi) Go to Step 11  Go to Step 9 
9
  1. Relieve the fuel pressure to the first specified value.
  2. Monitor the fuel pressure gage for 5 minutes.
Does the fuel pressure decrease by more than the second specified value?		 69 kPa (10 psi)
14 kPa (2 psi)		 Go to Step 20  Go to Step 10 
10
  1. Operate the vehicle within the conditions of the customer's concern.
  2. Monitor the fuel related parameters with a scan tool.
Do any of the scan tool parameters indicate a lean condition?		 - Go to Step 16  Go to Symptoms - Engine Controls 
11 
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Relieve the fuel pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure .
  3. Disconnect the fuel feed pipe from the fuel rail. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Metal Collar) .
  4. Install the appropriate J 37287  Fuel Pipe Shut-Off Adapter between the fuel feed pipe and the fuel rail inlet.
  5. Open the valve on the fuel feed pipe shut-off adapter.
    6. IMPORTANT:
    • The Fuel Pump Relay Command parameter may not change from OFF to ON or ON to OFF when using the Fuel Pump output control.
    • Additional DTCs may set when using the Fuel Pump output control.
  6. Command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool.
  7. Bleed the air from the fuel system.
  8. Command the fuel pump ON, with a scan tool.
  9. Close the fuel pipe shut-off valve.
  10. Monitor the fuel pressure gage for 1 minute.
Does the fuel pressure remain constant?		 - Go to Step 20  Go to Step 19 
12 Is the fuel pressure more than the specified value? 410 kPa (60 psi) Go to Step 13  Go to Step 14 
13 Inspect the fuel return hose/pipe for a restriction.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 21  Go to Step 20 
14 
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure .
  3. Disconnect the fuel return hose from the fuel return outlet of the fuel filter. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
  4. Install the appropriate J 37287  between the return outlet of the fuel filter and the fuel return hose.
  5. Open the valve in the fuel pipe shut-off adapter.
  6. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
    7. IMPORTANT:
    • The Fuel Pump Relay Command parameter may not change from OFF to ON or ON to OFF when using the Fuel Pump output control.
    • Additional DTCs may set when using the Fuel Pump output control.
  7. Command the fuel pump ON, with a scan tool.
  8. Bleed the air from the fuel system.
  9. Monitor the fuel pressure gage.
  10. Slowly close the valve in the fuel pipe shut-off adapter.
  11. Command the fuel pump ON, with a scan tool.
Does the fuel pressure increase to more than the specified value?		 380-410 kPa (55-60 psi) Go to Step 20  Go to Step 16 
15
  1. Remove both fuel tank modules. Refer to Fuel Tank Module Replacement - Primary and Fuel Tank Module Replacement - Secondary .
  2. Inspect the fuel feed pipe of the siphon jet pump for a restriction.
  3. Inspect the fuel strainer for contaminants. Refer to Alcohol/Contaminants-in-Fuel Diagnosis (w/o Special Tool) Alcohol/Contaminants-in-Fuel Diagnosis (w/Special Tool) .
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 21  Go to Step 20 
16 Inspect the following components for a restriction:
  • The fuel filter
  • The fuel feed pipe

Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 21  Go to Step 17 
17  Inspect the harness connectors and ground circuits of the fuel pump for poor connections. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 21  Go to Step 18 
18
  1. Remove the primary fuel tank module. Refer to Fuel Tank Module Replacement - Primary .
  2. Inspect the following items:
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 21  Go to Step 20 
19
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Raise the fuel rail, with the fuel lines connected. Refer to Fuel Injectors and Fuel Rail Replacement .
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
    4. IMPORTANT:
    • The Fuel Pump Relay Command parameter may not change from OFF to ON or ON to OFF when using the Fuel Pump output control.
    • Additional DTCs may set when using the Fuel Pump output control.
  4. Command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool.
  5. Locate and replace the leaking fuel injector. Refer to Fuel Injectors and Fuel Rail Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 21  -
20 Replace the primary fuel tank module. Refer to Fuel Tank Module Replacement - Primary .
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 21  -
21 Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?		 - System OK Go to Step 3 
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