System Inspection
- Check for Exhaust system
- Visually check for leak from exhaust system (especially between TWC converter and front exhaust pipe).
- Are any leaks present?
YES
- Go to "Compression test" below.
NO
- Repair as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
- Check for Intake system
Check intake system for leaks, cracks, loose connection as following items:
- Throttle body gasket.
- Gasket between intake manifold and surge tank.
- Seals between intake manifold and fuel injectors.
- Seals between surge tank and PCV valves.
- Are any vacuum leaks present?
YES
- Go to "Check for fuel pressure" below.
NO
- Repair as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
- Check for fuel pressure
- Reduce the internal pressure of the fuel pipe and hoses and cover the hose connection with a shop towel to prevent splashing of fuel.
- Remove the bolt connecting the fuel line to the fuel delivery pipe.
- Using the fuel pressure gauge adaptor, install the fuel pressure gauge to the fuel pressure gauge adaptor.
- Apply battery voltage to the terminal for the pump drive and activate the fuel pump: then, with fuel pressure applied, check fuel leakage from the pressure gauge or connection part.
- Start an engine and warm up to operating temperature.
- Check for fuel pressure at idle.
Specification: Fuel pressure at idle: 51 psi (350kPa, 3.5Kg/cm2 )
- Is fuel pressure within specification?
YES
- Go to "COMPONENT INSPECTION " procedure.
NO
- Check fuel delivery system.
- Repair as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.