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Component Function Check

  1. PRECONDITIONING 
    WARNING: When performing the following procedure, always observe the handling of the fuel. Refer to "GENERAL PRECAUTIONS ".

    TESTING CONDITION: 

    Before starting component function check, preparation of draining fuel and refilling fuel is required. 

    : GO TO 2.

  2. PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK 
    NOTE: Start from step  8, if it is possible to confirm that the fuel cannot be drained by 30 (7-7/8 US gal, 6-5/8 Imp gal) in advance.
    1. Prepare a fuel container and a spare hose.
    2. Release fuel pressure from fuel line. Refer to "WORK PROCEDURE ".
    3. Remove the fuel feed hose on the fuel level sensor unit. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
    4. Connect a spare fuel hose where the fuel feed hose was removed.
    5. Turn ignition switch ON.
    6. Drain fuel by 30 (7-7/8 US gal, 6-5/8 Imp gal) from the fuel tank using proper equipment.
    7. Confirm that the fuel gauge indication varies.
    8. Fill fuel into the fuel tank for 30 (7-7/8 US gal, 6-5/8 Imp gal).
    9. Confirm that the fuel gauge indication varies.

      Is the inspection result normal? 

      YES: INSPECTION END

      NO: Proceed to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".