The control module enables the fuel pump relay when the ignition switch is turned ON. The control module will disable the fuel pump relay within 2 seconds unless the control module detects ignition reference pulses. The control module continues to enable the fuel pump relay as long as ignition reference pulses are detected. The control module disables the fuel pump relay within 2 seconds if ignition reference pulses cease to be detected and the ignition remains ON.

The fuel system is a returnless on-demand design. The fuel pressure regulator is a part of the fuel sender, eliminating the need for a return pipe from the engine. A returnless fuel system reduces the internal temperature of the fuel tank by not returning hot fuel from the engine to the fuel tank. Reducing the internal temperature of the fuel tank results in lower evaporative emissions.

The fuel tank stores the fuel supply. An electric turbine style fuel pump attaches to the fuel sender inside the fuel tank. The fuel pump supplies high pressure fuel through the fuel feed pipe to the fuel injection system. The fuel pump provides fuel at a higher rate of flow than is needed by the fuel injection system. The fuel pump also supplies fuel to a venturi pump located on the bottom of the fuel sender. The function of the venturi pump is to fill the fuel sender reservoir. The fuel pressure regulator, a part of the fuel sender, maintains the correct fuel pressure to the fuel injection system. The fuel sender contains a reverse flow check valve. The check valve and the fuel pressure regulator maintain fuel pressure in the fuel feed pipe and the fuel rail in order to prevent long cranking times.

Description and Operation

Fuel System Description

Electrical Information Reference

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Special Tools

Important: 

1. Ignition ON, engine OFF, command the fuel pump relay ON with a scan tool. You should hear the fuel pump turn ON and OFF.

⇒	If the fuel pump does not operate, refer to Fuel Pump Electrical Circuit Diagnosis .

2. Ignition OFF, all accessories OFF, install a CH-48027-100 . Refer to Fuel Pressure Gage Installation and Removal .
3. Ignition ON, engine OFF, command the fuel pump relay ON with a scan tool. Verify the fuel pressure is between 345-414 kPa (50-60 psi) and does not decrease more than 34 kPa (5 psi) in 5 minutes.

Important: 

•	The fuel pump relay may need to be commanded ON a few times in order to obtain the highest possible fuel pressure.

•	DO NOT start the engine.

1. Ignition ON, engine OFF, command the fuel pump relay ON with a scan tool and observe the fuel pressure gage while the fuel pump is operating. Verify the fuel pressure is between 345-414 kPa (50-60 psi).

⇒	If the fuel pressure is greater than the specified range, replace the fuel sender.

⇒	If the fuel pressure is less than the specified range, test, inspect, and repair the items listed below. If all items test normal, replace the fuel sender.

•	Restricted fuel feed pipe

•	Inspect the harness connectors and the ground circuits of the fuel pump for poor connections.

2. Verify that the fuel pressure does not decrease more than 34 kPa (5 psi) in 5 minutes.

⇒	If the fuel pressure decreases more than the specified value, perform the following procedure:

2.1.	Ignition OFF, relieve the fuel pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .

2.2.	Disconnect the chassis fuel feed hose from the engine compartment fuel pipe. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .

2.3.	Connect the chassis fuel feed hose to the inlet side of SA9127E-7 using the J 43937 .

2.4.	Connect the engine compartment fuel pipe to the ON/OFF valve side of the SA9127E-7 using the J 43937 .

2.5.	Cap the pressure test port on the SA9127E-7 with the J 43936 .

2.6.	Open the valve on the SA9127E-7 .

2.7.	Ignition ON, command the fuel pump relay ON with a scan tool and bleed the air from the CH-48027-100 .

2.8.	Command the fuel pump relay ON for a minimum of 10 seconds with a scan tool.

2.9.	Close the valve on the SA9127E-7 .

2.10.

Monitor the fuel pressure for 1 minute.

⇒	If the fuel pressure decreases more than 34 kPa (5 psi) within the specified time, locate and replace the leaking fuel injector(s).

⇒	If the fuel pressure does not decrease more than 34 kPa (5 psi) within the specified time, replace the fuel sender.

3. Relieve the fuel pressure to 69 kPa (10 psi). Verify that the fuel pressure does not decrease more than 14 kPa (2 psi) in 5 minutes.

⇒	If the fuel pressure decreases more than the specified value, replace the fuel sender.

4. Operate the vehicle within the conditions of the customer's concern while monitoring the fuel pressure with the CH-48027-100 . The fuel pressure should not drop off during acceleration, cruise, or hard cornering.

⇒	If the fuel pressure drops off, test, inspect, and repair the items listed below. If all items test normal, replace the fuel sender.

•	Restricted fuel feed pipe

•	Inspect the harness connectors and the ground circuits of the fuel pump for poor connections.

5. If the fuel system tests normal, refer to Symptoms - Engine Controls .

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.