Fuel System Pressure Check

1. NOTICE: This pressure check is for the low pressure side of the fuel system.

   Release the fuel system pressure.
   Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release (310-00A Fuel System - General Information - 1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT (88kW/120PS) - Sigma, General Procedures).
   

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
   Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
   

1. Disconnect the fuel jumper tube-to-fuel rail spring lock coupling.
   Refer to: Spring Lock Couplings (310-00A Fuel System - General Information - 1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT (88kW/120PS) - Sigma, General Procedures).
   

1. Install the Fuel Pressure Test Kit between the fuel jumper tube and the fuel rail.
   Special Tool(s) : 310-D009 (D95L-7211-A) Fuel Pressure Test Kit

1. NOTE: The FPDM electrical connector was previously disconnected to release the fuel system pressure and must be reconnected to test the fuel system pressure.

   Reconnect the FPDM electrical connector.
   

1. Connect the battery ground cable.
   Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
   

1. NOTE: Carry out a Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO) visual inspection for fuel leaks prior to completing the fuel system pressure test.

   NOTE: After completion of the fuel system pressure test, open the drain valve on the Fuel Pressure Test Kit and release any residual fuel into a suitable container prior to removing the tool.

   Test the fuel system pressure to make sure it is within the specified range.
   Refer to: Specifications (310-00A Fuel System - General Information - 1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT (88kW/120PS) - Sigma, Specifications).
   

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