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Main Fuel Pump Volume Check

NOTE: Before testing main fuel pump, check transfer pump. See TRANSFER PUMP CHECK  .

Remove fuel pump relay from relay panel. Using a remote control, activate fuel pumps for 30 seconds. Compare fuel volume with values in FUEL PUMP PERFORMANCE table.

FUEL PUMP PERFORMANCE (1)

Application Pressure psi (kg/cm2 ) Min. Vol. In 30 Sec. Pts. (L)
2.0L 43 (3.0) 1.0-1.4 (0.5-0.7)
(1) Fuel pump energized, with 10-12 volts at fuel pump, and engine off.