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Fuel Pressure Regulator

  1. Install Connector (998-9725) to Fuel Pressure Gauge (999-5011). Using Adapter (999-5479), connect pressure gauge to valve on fuel distribution manifold. Turn valve in direction of adapter. Connect other gauge connection to Fuel Drainage Unit (981-2270, 2273 and 2282).
  2. Remove fuel pump relay from electrical distribution box. On C70, S70 and V70, fuel pump relay is located in electrical distribution box in engine compartment. On S90 and V90, fuel pump relay is located in electrical distribution box on left side of instrument panel. Connect jumper wire between fuel pump relay terminals No. 1 and 3. Turn ignition on. Fuel pump should start. If system pressure is 43.5 psi (300 kPa), go to step  5).
  3. If system pressure is too high, remove jumper wire. Disconnect pressure regulator return and vacuum lines and blow through lines. If both lines are okay, replace regulator and recheck pressure.
  4. If system pressure is too low, squeeze return line and ensure pressure rises. Do not allow pressure to exceed 87 psi (600 kPa). If pressure rises quickly, pump and line are okay. Replace pressure regulator and recheck system pressure. If pressure rises slowly, check for blocked fuel filter, fuel pump strainer or fuel lines. If pressure does not rise, replace pump.
  5. If system pressure was 43.5 psi (300 kPa) in step 2), check operation of pressure regulator by connecting Vacuum Pump (999-5843) to pressure regulator. Apply vacuum to regulator. Ensure system pressure falls by same amount as regulator pressure.
  6. Turn ignition off. Remove jumper wire between fuel pump relay terminals No. 1 and 3. Reinstall fuel pump relay. Check fuel system residual pressure. Pressure should not fall below 20 psi (200 kPa) in less than 20 minutes. If fuel pressure falls faster, check injectors, pressure regulator, and fuel pump. Disconnect Pressure Gauge (999-5011).