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Fuel System Pressure Leak-Down Test

  1. Release fuel pressure. See FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE  . Ensure area around fuel supply line and fuel rail are clean. Disconnect fuel supply line from fuel rail.
  2. Install Fuel Line Pressure Test Adapter Tool Hose (6539 for 5/16" fuel lines; 6631 for 3/8" fuel lines) between disconnected fuel line and fuel rail. Connect 0-60 psi (0-4.2 kg/cm2 ) fuel pressure test gauge from Gauge Set (5069) to test port on adapter tool.
  3. Ensure no fuel leaks exist and start engine. Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Fuel pressure should be 44.2-54.2 psi (3.1-3.7 kg/cm2 ). Shut engine off. Pressure should not fall below 30 psi (2.1 kg/cm2 ) for 5 minutes.
  4. If pressure falls below 30 psi (2.1 kg/cm2 ), start engine and warm to normal operating temperature. Shut engine off. Clamp rubber hose between fuel rail and test port on adapter tool. If pressure still does not hold, repair leaking fuel injector or fuel rail. If pressure holds at 30 psi (2.1 kg/cm2 ) or more, go to next step.
  5. Remove clamp from hose. Start engine and allow to reach operating temperature. Shut engine off. Clamp hose between fuel supply line and adapter test port. If pressure does not drop to less than 30 psi (2.1 kg/cm2 ) for 5 minutes, check and repair leaking fuel lines or connections. If lines and connections are okay, replace fuel pump module.
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