Operation Check

Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
Apply battery voltage to the fuel pump drive connector to check that the pump operates.
CAUTION: The fuel pump is an in-tank type and its operating sound is hard to hear without removing the fuel tank cap.

Fig 1: Testing Fuel Pump Operation
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Pinch the hose to check that fuel pressure is felt.

Fig 2: Checking For Fuel Pressure

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