MPV DX V6-2.5L DOHC (2000)
Fuel Pressure: Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
Before Repair Procedure
WARNING:
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Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can easily ignite, causing serious injury and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
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Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause serious injuries or death and damage. Fuel can also irritate skin and
eyes. To prevent this, always complete the following Procedure.
Fuel Pressure Release Procedure
NOTE: Fuel in the fuel system is under high pressure also when the engine is not running.
1. Remove the fuel-filler cap and release the pressure in the fuel tank.
2. Remove the fuel pump relay.
3. Start the engine.
4. After the engine stalls, crank the engine several times.
5. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position.
6. Install the fuel pump relay.
After Repair Procedure
WARNING: Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause serious injuries or death and damage. When installing the
fuel hose, observe "Fuel Leakage Inspection" described below.
Fuel Leakage Inspection
WARNING: Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause serious injuries or death and damage. Always carry out the
following procedure with the engine stopped.
CAUTION: Connecting the wrong DLC terminal may possibly cause a malfunction. Carefully connect the specified terminal only.
1. Short the DLC terminal F/P to body GND using a jumper wire.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON position to operate the fuel pump.
3. Pressurize the system this way for at least 5 minutes to be sure of no leakage.
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If there is fuel leakage inspect the fuel hoses, hose clamps, and fuel pipe sealing surface and replace as necessary.
4. After repair, assemble the system and repeat Steps 1 to 3.
