Fuel Pressure Related Problems
- Drive Characteristic Faults, Lack Of Power:
Run engine at idle speed and measure fuel pressure. If measured value is less than the nominal value of - 2.9 psi (- 0.2 bar), line cross-sections in fuel feed are constricted or fuel filter is clogged, or fuel pump voltage supply is not okay because of possible high contact resistance (corrosion) in plug connection between wiring harness and fuel pump. If the measured value is greater than the nominal value of 2.9 psi (0.2 bar), turn off engine and then observe measured value. If measured value drops to nominal value, then line cross-sections in fuel return are constricted or clogged. Check fuel lines for kinks. It no kinks are visible, replace return lines. If measured value remains too high, then pressure regulator is in all probability faulty.NOTE: It is less likely that return line may be completely blocked. When pressure regulator is removed, fuel could escape under pressure. Have a clean cloth ready and catch and dispose of escaping fuel. Replace return line but not the pressure regulator.
- Starting Problems:
Run engine briefly at idle speed, then switch off. Note measured value while engine is stopped. Read off measured value again after about 20-30 minutes while engine is stopped. If the measured value has dropped by more than 7.2 psi (0.5 bar), start engine and wait briefly for a stable pressure increase. Switch off the engine and immediately pinch off the delivery line just before the pressure gauge with Hose Clamp (133010). Note measured value. Read off measured value again after about 20-30 minutes while engine is stopped. If measured value has now dropped by less than 7.2 psi (0.5 bar), the following faults can be present:
- Fault in delivery lines.
- Fault in in-tank delivery hose.
- Faulty pressure-holding non-return valve in fuel pump. Check components and replace as necessary.
- If the measured value has dropped by more than 7.2 psi (0.5 bar) again, replace pressure regulator. All fuel hoses and hose clips which were detached within the framework of the checks must be replaced. Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit. Check for stored fault messages. Rectify faults and clear fault memory.