Fuel Pressure Regulator Valve -N276-, Checking

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle, 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, and 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

Follow all safety precautions. Refer to FUEL SYSTEM SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
Follow the guidelines for clean working conditions. Refer to CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS .

Always follow these instructions before and during work.

-- Remove the engine cover. Refer to ENGINE COVER .

-- Remove the noise insulation from the injectors.

-- Disconnect the fuel return line -1-.

Fig 1: Locating Fuel Return Line To Seal With Plug

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Seal the open return line connection with a plug -1-.

Fig 2: Identifying Hose To Connect To Return Line

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Connect the return line -2- with a hose -3-.

-- Hold his hose -1- inside a suitable container -2- in order to measure the return quantity.

Fig 3: Identifying Hose In Container

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Start the engine and let it run in idle for 30 seconds.

Specified value in 30 seconds: 90 to 110 ml

If the specified value is not attained, then the Fuel Pressure Regulator Valve -N276- is faulty.