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Inspection And Verification

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WARNING: Eye protection must be worn at all times when working on or near any fuel related components. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
WARNING: This procedure involves fuel handling. Be prepared for fuel spillage at all times and always observe fuel handling precautions. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
WARNING: After carrying out repairs, the fuel system must be checked visually for leaks. This should be done after the engine has been run, but with the engine switched OFF  . Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
WARNING: If taken internally, DO NOT  induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
WARNING: If fuel contacts the eyes, flush the eyes with cold water or eyewash solution and seek medical attention. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
WARNING: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, as prolonged contact may cause irritation. Should irritation develop, seek medical attention. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Diagnosis by substitution from a donor vehicle is NOT  acceptable. Substitution of control modules does not guarantee confirmation of a fault, and may also cause additional faults in the vehicle being tested and/or the donor vehicle.
NOTE: Check and rectify basic faults before beginning diagnostic routines involving pinpoint tests.
  1. Verify the customer concern.
  2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of damage and system integrity.

    Visual Inspection 

    Mechanical Electrical
    • Low/contaminated fuel
    • Fuel supply/return line(s)
    • Fuel tank and filler pipe
    • Fuel leak(s)
    • Fuel filler cap
    • Fuel filter
    • Push connect fittings
    • Fuel pump
    • Fuses
    • Links
    • Relays
    • Fuel Pump Driver Module (FPDM)
    • Fuel pump module
    • Sensor(s)
    • Engine control module (ECM)
    • Rear Junction Box (RJB)
    • Restraints Control Module (RCM)
  3. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported symptom is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
  4. If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and refer to the Symptom Chart below, alternatively, check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and proceed to the DTC Index.