The control module enables the fuel pump relay when the ignition switch is turned ON. The control module will disable the fuel pump relay within two seconds unless the control module detects ignition reference pulses. The control module continues to enable the fuel pump relay as long as ignition reference pulses are detected. The control module disables the fuel pump relay within two seconds if ignition reference pulses cease to be detected and the ignition remains ON.
The fuel tank stores the fuel supply. The electric fuel pump supplies fuel through an in-line fuel filter to the fuel injection system. The pump provides fuel at a higher rate of flow than is needed by the fuel injection system. The fuel pressure regulator, located in the fuel tank, maintains the correct fuel pressure to the fuel injection system. A separate pipe returns unused fuel to the fuel tank.
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No | ||||
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1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |||||
2 |
Important: Inspect the fuel system for damage or external leaks before proceeding with this diagnostic.
Does the fuel pump operate? | -- | Go to Step 3 | |||||
3 |
Important: Verify that adequate fuel is in the fuel tank before proceeding with this diagnostic.
Important: DO NOT start the engine. Is the fuel pressure within the specified range? | 345-414 kPa (50-60 psi) | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 4 | ||||
4 | Is the fuel pressure more than the specified value? | 414 kPa (60 psi) | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 9 | ||||
5 |
Important: The fuel pressure may vary slightly when the fuel pump stops operating. After the fuel pump stops operating, the fuel pressure should stabilize and remain constant. Monitor the fuel pressure gage for 5 minutes. Does the fuel pressure decrease by more than the specified value? | 55 kPa (8 psi) | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 6 | ||||
6 |
Do the scan tool parameters indicate a lean condition? | -- | Go to Step 9 | |||||
7 |
Does the fuel pressure decrease by more than the specified value? | 55 kPa (8 psi) | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 11 | ||||
8 | Inspect the return side of the fuel filter for a restriction. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 12 | ||||
9 | Inspect the following components for a restriction:
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 10 | ||||
10 | Inspect the harness connectors and the ground circuits of the fuel pump for poor connections. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 12 | ||||
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Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 13 | -- | ||||
12 | Replace the fuel pump module. Refer to Fuel Pump Module Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 13 | -- | ||||
13 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | -- | System OK | Go to Step 3 |