fuel filter ISUZU AXIOM 2002 Service Owner's Guide

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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)
P1171 Fuel System Lean During Acceleration
060R200054
Circuit Description
The powertrain control module (PCM) internal circuitry
can identify if the vehicle fuel system is capable of
supplying adequate amounts of fuel during heavy
acceleration (power enrichment). The PCM monitors the
voltage of the oxygen sensor during power enrichment.
When a power enrichment mode of operation is
requested during ªclosed loopº operation (by heavy
acceleration), the PCM will provide more fuel to the
engine. Under these conditions the PCM should detect a
ªrichº condition (high oxygen sensor voltage). If this ªrichº
exhaust is not detected at this time, a DTC P1171 will set.
A plugged fuel filter, restricted fuel line, restricted in-tank
filter or defective fuel pump can prevent adequate
amounts of fuel from being supplied during power
enrichment mode.
Conditions for Setting the DTC

No related DTCs.

Engine is operating in ªclosed loop power enrichmentº
mode for 3 seconds.

Engine coolant temperature is above 60
C (140
F).

While in ªpower enrichmentº mode the oxygen sensor
voltage remains below 400 mV for 3 seconds.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The PCM will not turn the malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL) ªONº.

The PCM will store conditions which were present
when the DTC was set as Failure Records only. This
information will not be stored as Freeze Frame data.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

The PCM will turn the MIL ªOFFº on the third
consecutive trip cycle during which the diagnostic has
been run and the fault condition is no longer present.

A history DTC P1171 will clear after 40 consecutive
warm-up cycles have occurred without a fault.

DTC P1171 can be cleared by using the Tech 2 ªClear
Infoº function or by disconnecting the PCM battery
feed.
Diagnostic Aids

A restricted fuel filter or fuel line, restricted in-tank filter,
or a defective fuel pump may supply adequate
amounts of fuel at idle, but may not be able to supply
enough fuel during heavy acceleration.

Water or alcohol in the fuel may cause low HO2S
voltage during acceleration.

Check for faulty or plugged fuel injector(s).

Check for low fuel.

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DTC P1171 ± Fuel System Lean During Acceleration

StepActionValue(s)Ye sNo
1Was the ªOn-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Checkº
performed?
ÐGo to Step 2
Go to OBD
System
Check
2Are any component-related DTCs set?
Ð
Go to
component
DTC charts
Go to Step 3
31. Check the vehicle's fuel tank for an adequate
amount of fuel.
2. Add fuel to the vehicle's fuel tank if the tank is almost
empty.
Was fuel added to the vehicle's fuel tank?
ÐGo to Step 4Go to Step 5
41. Place the transmission in park.
2. Using a Tech 2, observe HO2S 1 voltage while
running warm engine 75
C-95
C (167
F-203
F) at
1200 RPM.
3. HO2S 1 voltage should vary within the specified
range.
4. Quickly open the throttle too halfway for a few
seconds.
Did the voltage suddenly rise toward the high end of the
specified range?
100-900 mV
Go to Fuel
System
Electrical Test
Go to Step 5
51. Disconnect the fuel pump relay and crank the
engine to relieve the fuel pressure.
2. Install the fuel pressure gauge.
3. Start the engine and idle at normal operating
temperature.
4. Disconnect the vacuum line going to the fuel
pressure regulator.
With the engine running, is the fuel pressure within the
specified range?
280-325 kPa
(41-46 psi)
Go to OBD
System
Check
Go to Step 6
6Check for restricted fuel lines or restricted in-line filter.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 7
71. Ignition ªOFFº.
2. Remove the fuel pump relay and replace it with a
fused jumper which will connect the relay's battery
terminal to the terminal leading to the fuel pump
fuse.
3. While the fuel pump is operating, use pliers to slowly
close the return line (do not exceed the first
specified value).
Using the pliers to restrict the return line, can the fuel
pressure be manipulated to exceed the second
specified value?
325 kPa
(46 psi)
414 kPa
(60 psi)
Go to
Diagnostic
Aids
Go to Step 8
8Check for:

Faulty fuel pump

Restricted fuel pump strainer (sock)

Incorrect fuel pump

Incorrect fuel being used

Hot fuel
Is the action complete?
ÐVerify repairÐ

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DTC P1441 ± EVAP System Flow During Non-Purge

 
StepNo Ye s Value(s) Action
61. Check leaks, kinks or pinched hoses at the EVAP
system rubber hose line, and also check if the
rubber hoses are correctly connected or not.
2. Check for a leak from Vent Solenoid Valve and
EVAP system rubber hoses, and also check for
clogged Filter of air separator which is located near
the vent solenoid valve.
Was a problem found? Using the Vacuum Hose
Routing Diagram, repair or re-connect the rubber
hoses correctly.
ÐVerify RepairGo to Step 7
71. Start engine.
2. Remove the Fuel Filler cap.
3. Using the Tech 2, command the EVAP Vent
Solenoid Valve ªONº (closed) and Purge Solenoid
Valve ªOFFº (0%).
4. Replace the Fuel Filler Cap.
5. Run the engine at 2500RPM constant while
monitoring ªFuel Tank Vacuumº on the Tech 2.
Does the fuel tank vacuum remain at the specified
value while the EVAP Vent Solenoid Valve ªONº
(closed) and Purge Solenoid Valve ªOFFº (0%)?
30 - 40 %Verify Repair
Go to
Diagnostic
Aids

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Lack of Power, Sluggish, or Spongy Symptoms

StepActionValue(s)Ye sNo
1DEFINITION:
Engine delivers less than expected power. Little or no
increase in speed when accelerator pedal is pushed
down part-way.
Was the ªOn-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Checkº
performed?
ÐGo to Step 2
Go to OBD
System
Check
2Was the ªElectric Throttle Control (ETC) System
Checkº performed?
ÐGo to Step 3
Go to ETC
System
Check
31. Perform a bulletin search.
2. If a bulletin that addresses the symptom is found,
correct the condition as instructed in the bulletin.
Was a bulletin found that addresses the symptom?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 4
4Was a visual/physical check performed?
ÐGo to Step 5
Go to Visual/
Physical
Check
51. Remove and check the air filter element for dirt or
restrictions. Refer to
Air Intake System in
ON-Vehicle Service.
2. Replace the air filter element if necessary.
Was a repair required?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 6
61. Check for low fuel pressure. Refer to Fuel System
Pressure Test
.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 7
71. Check for water- or alcohol-contaminated fuel.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 8
81. Install the Tech 2.
2. Run the engine at idle.
3. On the Tech 2, select F3: Miscellaneous Test, F6:
Variable Intake Manifold.
4. Repeat Switch ON or OFF of VIM solenoid valve by
using the Tech 2.
5. Check to see if the actuator works normally.
6. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 9
91. Check for proper ignition voltage output with spark
tester J 26792 (ST-125). Refer to
Electronic Ignition
System
for procedure.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 10

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Rough, Unstable, or Incorrect Idle, Stalling Symptom

 
StepNo Ye s Value(s) Action
111. Visually/physically inspect for the following
conditions:

Restricted air intake system. Check for a
possible collapsed air intake duct, restricted
air filter element, or foreign objects blocking
the air intake system.

Large vacuum leak. Check for a condition that
causes a large vacuum leak, such as an
incorrectly installed or faulty crankcase
ventilation valve or a disconnected brake
booster hose.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 9
12Check the injector connections. If any of the injectors
are connected to an incorrect cylinder, correct as
necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 13
131. Perform the ªInjector Coil/Balance Testº in Fuel
Metering System
.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 14
141. Check for fuel in the pressure regulator vacuum
hose.
2. If fuel is present, replace the fuel pressure regulator
assembly. Refer to
Fuel Metering System.
3. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 15
151. Check for proper ignition voltage output with spark
tester J 26792 (ST-125). Refer to
Electronic Ignition
System
for the procedure.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 16
161. Remove spark plugs. Check for wet plugs, cracks,
wear, improper gap, burned electrodes, or heavy
deposits. Refer to
Electronic Ignition System.
NOTE: If spark plugs are gas or oil fouled, the cause of
the fouling must be determined before replacing the
spark plugs.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 17
171. Check for a loose ignition coil ground and ION
Sensing Module circuit.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 18
181. Check ignition coils for cracks or carbon tracking.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 19

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Poor Fuel Economy Symptom

StepActionValue(s)Ye sNo
1DEFINITION:
Fuel economy, as measured by an actual road test, is
noticeably lower than expected. Also, economy is
noticeably lower than it was on this vehicle at one time,
as previously shown by an actual road test.
(Non-standard tires will cause odometer readings to be
incorrect, and that may cause fuel economy to appear
poor when it is actually normal.)
Was the ªOn-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Checkº
performed?
ÐGo to Step 2
Go to OBD
System
Check
21. Perform a bulletin search.
2. If a bulletin that addresses the symptom is found,
correct the condition as instructed in the bulletin.
Was a bulletin found that addresses the symptom?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 3
3Was a visual/physical check performed?
ÐGo to Step 4
Go to Visual/
Physical
Check
4Check owner's driving habits.

Is the A/C ªONº full time (defroster mode ªONº)?

Are tires at the correct pressure?

Are excessively heavy loads being carried?

Is acceleration too much, too often?
Was a problem found?
ÐGo to Step 5Go to Step 6
5Review the items in Step 4 with the customer and
advise as necessary.
Is the action complete?
ÐSystem OKÐ
61. Visually/physically check: Vacuum hoses for splits,
kinks, and improper connections and routing as
shown on the ªVehicle Emission Control
Informationº label.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 7
71. Remove and check the air filter element for dirt or for
restrictions. Refer to
Air Intake System.
2. Replace the air filter element if necessary.
Was a repair required?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 8
81. Remove spark plugs and check for wet plugs,
cracks, wear, improper gap, burned electrodes, or
heavy deposits. Refer to
Spark Plug Replacement.
NOTE: If spark plugs are gas or oil fouled, the cause of
the fouling must be determined before replacing the
spark plugs.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 9
91. Check for low engine coolant level. Refer to Engine
Cooling
.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 10

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Cuts Out, Misses Symptom

 
StepNo Ye s Value(s) Action
111. Visually/physically inspect for the following
conditions:

Restricted air intake system. Check for a
possible collapsed air intake duct, restricted
air filter element, or foreign objects blocking
the air intake system.

Large vacuum leak. Check for a condition that
causes a large vacuum leak, such as an
incorrectly installed or faulty PCV valve or
brake booster hose disconnected .
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 9
12Check the injector connections. If any of the injectors
are connected to an incorrect cylinder, correct as
necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 13
131. Perform the ªInjector Coil/Balance Testº in Fuel
Metering System
.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 14
141. Check for fuel in the pressure regulator vacuum
hose.
2. If fuel is present, replace the fuel pressure regulator
assembly. Refer to
Fuel Metering System.
3. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 15
151. Check for proper ignition voltage output with spark
tester J 26792 (ST-125). Refer to
Electronic Ignition
System
for the procedure.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 16
161. Remove spark plugs. Check for wet plugs, cracks,
wear, improper gap, burned electrodes, or heavy
deposits. Refer to
Electronic Ignition System.
NOTE: If spark plugs are gas or oil fouled, the cause of
the fouling must be determined before replacing the
spark plugs.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 17
171. Check for a loose ignition coil ground and ION
Sensing module circuit.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 18
181. Check ignition coils for cracks or carbon tracking.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.
Was a problem found?
ÐVerify repairGo to Step 19
19Using a Tech 2, monitor the TP 1, 2 angle with the
engine idling.
Is the TP angle at the specified value and steady?
8 ~ 10%Go to Step 20
Refer to DTC
P0123
for
further
diagnosis

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4. If the problem was found, adjust as necessary.
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Fuel Filler Cap
General Description
The fuel filler cap includes a vacuum valve and a pressure
valve.
If high vacuum or high pressure occurs in the fuel tank,
each valve works to adjust the pressure in order to
prevent damage to the tank.
TS23767
Inspection Procedure
NOTE: Replace the fuel filler cap with the same type of
filler cap that was originally installed on the vehicle.

Check the seal ring in the filler cap for any abnormality
and for seal condition.

Replace the filler cap if any abnormality is found.
Fuel Filter
Removal Procedure
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the fuel filler cap.
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3. Disconnect the fuel hose from the fuel filter on the
engine side.
4. Disconnect the fuel hose from the fuel filter on the fuel
tank side.
5. Remove the bolt on the fuel filter holder.
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Legend
(1) Fuel Hose
(2) Fuel Filter Fixing Bolt
(3) Fuel Filter
6. Remove the fuel filter.

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Inspection Procedure
1. Replace the fuel filter when the following occur:

Fuel leaks from the fuel filter body.

The fuel filter body is damaged.

The fuel filter is clogged with dirt or sediment.
2. If the drain hole is clogged, clean the drain.
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Installation Procedure
1. Install the fuel filter in the correct direction.
2. Install the bolt on the fuel filter holder.
Tighten

Tighten the screws to 20 N´m (14 lb ft.).
3. Connect the fuel hose on the engine side.
4. Connect the fuel hose on the fuel tank side.
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Legend
(1) Fuel Hose
(2) Fuel Filter Fixing Bolt
(3) Fuel Filter
5. Install the fuel filler cap.
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6. Connect the negative battery cable.
Fuel Gauge Unit
Removal Procedure
Refer to Fuel Gauge Unit Engine Fuel section.
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Fuel Injectors
Removal Procedure
NOTE: If the fuel injectors are leaking, the engine oil may
be contaminated with fuel. Check the oil for signs of
contamination and change the oil and the filter if
necessary.
NOTE: Use care in removing the fuel injectors in order to
prevent damage to the fuel injector electrical connector
pins or the fuel injector nozzles. The fuel injector is an
electrical component and should not be immersed in any
type of cleaner as this may damage the fuel injector.
IMPORTANT:Fuel injectors are serviced as a complete
assembly only.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the common chamber. Refer to
Common
Chamber in Engine Mechanical
section.
3. Remove the fuel rail. Refer to
Fuel Rail section.
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4. Remove the injector retainer clip.
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5. Remove the fuel injector assembly.
6. Remove the O-ring from the fuel injector.
7. Remove the O-ring backup from the fuel injector .
Inspection Procedure
1. Inspect the O-rings for cracks or leaks.
2. Replace worn or damaged O-rings.
3. Lubricate the new O-rings with engine oil before
installation.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the O-ring backup on the fuel injector.
2. Install the new O-ring on the fuel injector.
3. Install the fuel injector on the fuel rail.
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4. Use new fuel injector retainer clips to retain the fuel
injector to the fuel rail.
5. Coat the end of the fuel injector with gasoline.