Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Fuel Pressure Gage Installation and Removal

FUEL PRESSURE GAGE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL

TOOLS REQUIRED
J34730-1A Fuel Pressure Gauge

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

CAUTION:
^ Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Caution in Service Precautions.
^ Refer to Fuel Gage Leak Caution in Service Precautions.


NOTE: Refer to Fuel and Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Hose/Pipe Connection Cleaning Notice in Service Precautions.




1. Install the fuel pressure gauge to the fuel pressure service connection, located on the fuel rail.
2. Turn ON the ignition.

CAUTION: Refer to Fuel Storage Caution in Service Precautions.

3. Place the bleed hose of the fuel pressure gauge into an approved gasoline container.
4. Open the bleed valve on the fuel pressure gauge in order to bleed the air from the fuel pressure gage.
5. Command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool.
6. Close the bleed valve on the fuel pressure gauge.
7. Inspect for fuel leaks.

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Place the fuel pressure gage bleed hose into an approved container and open the bleed valve to bleed OFF fuel system pressure.
2. Place a shop towel under the J34730-1A to catch any remaining fuel spillage.
3. Remove the J34730-1A from the fuel pressure connection.
4. Drain any fuel remaining in the fuel pressure gage into an approved container.
5. Inspect for leaks using the following procedure:
5.1. Turn ON the ignition with the engine OFF for 2 seconds.
5.2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
5.3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
5.4. Inspect for fuel leaks.
6. Install the cap on the fuel pressure connection.
7. Install the engine cover.