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Diagnostic Test

  1. READ AND RECORD DTCS AND ENVIRONMENTAL DATA - ERASE DTCS AND CHECK FOR THE DTC TO RETURN 
    1. With the scan tool, read DTCs in all Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and record on the repair order.
    2. For future reference, with the scan tool, run and save a vehicle Scan Report and all related recorded data.
    3. With the scan tool, erase all DTCs.
    4. Turn the ignition off for a minimum of 10.0 seconds.
    5. Turn the ignition on.
    6. Using the When Monitored and Set Conditions above and recorded data, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
    7. With the scan tool, read DTCs.

      Did the DTC return?

      Yes 

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      No 

  2. CHECK FOR OTHER DTCS 
    1. Refer to the recorded DTCs.

      Are there any 5-Volt Reference or FRP Sensor circuit DTCs active or pending?

      Yes 

      No 

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  3. VISUALLY INSPECT THE FUEL SYSTEM FOR LEAKS OR RESTRICTIONS 
    1. Visually inspect the fuel system for signs of a leak or restriction.

      Were any fuel system leaks or restrictions found?

      Yes. 

      No. 

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  4. CHECK THE FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR PROPER OPERATION 
    1. Perform the CHECKING THE FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM (HARD START) test procedure. Refer to CHECKING THE FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM (HARD START) .

      Is the Fuel Pump Assembly operating to specifications?

      Yes 

      • Replace the Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor in accordance with the Service Information.
      • Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .

      No 

      • Replace the Fuel Pump Assembly in accordance with the Service Information.
      • Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .