K 1500 Truck 4WD V8-379 6.2L DSL VIN C FI (1992)
Shutdown Solenoid: Description and Operation
Cold Advance And Shutdown Solenoids
Purpose:
The Shutdown solenoid stops fuel flow to the fuel injectors.
Operation:
The shutdown solenoid operates by spring pressure. when 12 volts is removed from the solenoid, spring pressure pushes the solenoid tang, which
is pushed against a valve which controls fuel flow to the injectors. by removing the 12 volt source to the solenoid, fuel flow to the injectors is shut
off inside the injector pump.
Location:
The Shutdown solenoid is located under the injector pump cover.
