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Fuel System Pressure Test

  1. Remove air cleaner and plug thermal vacuum port on throttle body. Remove steel fuel line between front and rear throttle body units. When removing fuel line, always use 2 wrenches. Install a fuel pressure gauge (J-29658 or equivalent) between throttle body units.
  2. Start car and observe fuel pressure reading. Use Fuel System Diagnosis chart if pressure is not between 9-13 psi (.6-.9 kg/cm2 ). Use Injector System Diagnosis chart if pressure is between 9-13 psi (.6-.9 kg/cm2 ).
  3. Remove fuel pressure gauge and install steel line between throttle bodies. Start car and watch for leaks. Remove plug from throttle body thermal vacuum port and reinstall air cleaner.