Elantra GLS Wagon L4-2.0L (2000)
Fuel Pressure: Testing and Inspection
FUEL PRESSURE TEST
CAUTION: Safety glasses must be worn when performing this service.
1. Reduce the internal pressure of the fuel pipes and hoses by the following procedures.
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Disconnect the fuel pump harness connector after removing the rear seat cushion.
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Start the engine and after it stalls, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
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Disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal
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Connect the fuel pump harness connector
2. The fuel filter is located in the left side of the rear quarter of the engine compartment.
3. Remove the single tie-wrap that secures the fuel pressure line to the fuel return line.
4. Remove the electrical connector from the master cylinder reservoir.
CAUTION: Before proceeding to next step, place shop rag over fuel filter to capture fuel spray.
5. Move shop rag enough to expose bolt on top of fuel filter, remove bolt and line from filter.
6. Using the fuel pressure gauge, gauge connector & gauge adapter (09353-24000, 29000), install the fuel-pressure gauge to the fuel filter. Tighten
the bolt to the specified torque.
Fuel pressure gauge to filter torque: 25-35 Nm (18-26 ft.lbs.)
7. Connect the battery negative (-) terminal.
8. Start engine and check for leaks. If no leaks are present, continue with fuel pressure test. (at curb idle speed).
