Cutlass Ciera Cruiser V6-3100 3.1L MFI VIN M (1994)
Fuel Pressure Regulator: Description and Operation
Fuel Pressure Regulator Assembly
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The fuel pressure regulator is a diaphragm-operated relief valve with fuel pump pressure on one side, and regulator spring pressure and intake
manifold vacuum on the other. The function of the regulator is to maintain a constant pressure across the injectors at all times. The pressure
regulator compensates for engine load by increasing fuel pressure as engine vacuum drops.
OPERATION
With the ignition "ON" and engine "OFF" (zero vacuum), fuel pressure at the pressure connection should be 284-325 kPa (41-47 psi). If the
pressure is too low, poor performance and a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0131 could result. If the pressure is too high, excessive odor and /
or DTC P0132 may result. CHART A-7 has information on diagnosing fuel pressure conditions. See: Computers and Control Systems/Testing and
Inspection/Diagnostic Trouble Code Tests and Associated Procedures/Related Tests and Information/A Charts/Chart A-7 Fuel System Diagnosis
