fuel ISUZU TF SERIES 2004 Workshop Manual

3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS 6E-111
FUEL SYSTEM ELECTRICAL TEST




RTW36ELF000101
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
When the ignition switch is first turned “ON," the Engine
Control Module (ECM) energizes the fuel pump relay
which applies power to the in-tank fuel pump. The fuel
pump relay will remain “ON" as long as the engine is
running or cranking and the ECM is receiving 58X
crankshaft position pulses. If no 58X crankshaft position
pulses are present, the ECM de-energizes the fuel
pump relay within 2 seconds after the ignition is turned
“ON" or the engine is stopped.
The fuel pump delivers fuel to the fuel rail and injectors,
then to the fuel pressure regulator. The fuel pressure
regulator controls fuel pressure by allowing excess fuel
to be returned to the fuel tank. With the engine stopped
and ignition “ON," the fuel pump can be turned “ON" by
using a command by the Tech 2.
DIAGNOSTIC AIDS
An intermittent may be caused by a poor connection,
rubbed-through wire insulation, or a wire broken inside
the insulation. Check for the following items:
 Poor connection or damaged harness –Inspect the
ECM harness and connectors for improper mating,
broken locks, improperly formed or damaged
terminals, poor terminal-to-wire connection, and
damaged harness.

6E-112 3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire and personal
injury:
 It is necessary to relieve fuel system pressure
before connecting a fuel pressure gauge. Refer to
Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure, below.
 A small amount of fuel may be released when
disconnecting the fuel lines. Cover fuel line
fittings with a shop towel before disconnecting,
to catch any fuel that may leak out. Place the
towel in an approved container when the
disconnect is completed.
FUEL PRESSURE RELIEF PROCEDURE
1. Remove the fuel cap.
2. Remove the fuel pump relay from the underhood
relay center.
3. Start the engine and allow it to stall.
4. Crank the engine for an additional 3 seconds.
FUEL GAUGE INSTALLATION
1. Remove the fuel pressure fitting cap.
2. Install fuel gauge 5-8840-0378-0 to the fuel feed line
located in front of and above the right side valve
cover.
3. Reinstall the fuel pump relay.

Fuel System Electrical Test
Step Action Value (s) Yes No
1
Was the "On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check"
performed?
- Go to Step 2 Go to On Board
Diagnostic (OBD)
System Check
2
1. Using the Tech 2, ignition "On" and engine "On".
2. Select the "Miscellaneous Test" and perform the
"Fuel Pump Relay" in the "Relays".
3. Operate the Tech 2 in accordance with procedure.
Was the fuel pump operated, when the Tech 2 is
operated?
- Test completed Go to Step 3
3
Check the "Fuel Pump" fuse (20A). If the fuse is burnt
out, repair as necessary.
Was the problem found?
- Verify repair Go to Step 4
4
Check for poor/faulty connection at the fuel pump, fuel
pump relay or ECM connector. If a poor/faulty
connection is found, repair as necessary.
E-61(B)
X-2


F-2
C-109










Was the problem found?
- Verify repair Go to Step 5

3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS 6E-113
Step Action Value (s) Yes No
5
Using the DVM and check the fuel pump relay.
1. Ignition "Off", engine "Off".
2. Remove the fuel pump relay from the relay box.
3. Check the relay coil.
Was the DVM indicated specified value?
X-2


1
3 2
4






Approximately
140

Go to Step 6 Replace fuel
pump relay and
verify repair
6
Using the DVM and check the fuel pump relay power
supply circuit.
1. Ignition "On", engine "Off".
2. Remove the fuel pump relay from the relay box.
3. Check the circuit for open or short to ground circuit.
Was the DVM indicated specified value?
X-2


V



10 – 14.5V Go to Step 8 Go to Step 7
7
Repair the open or short to ground circuit between the
"ECM" fuse (15A) and fuel pump relay.
Is the action complete?
- Verify repair -
8
Using the DVM and check the fuel pump relay ground
circuit.
1. Ignition "Off", engine "Off".
2. Disconnect the ECM connector.
3. Remove the fuel pump relay from the relay box.
4. Check the circuit for open or short to ground circuit.
Was the problem found?
E-61(B)
X-2









- Repair faulty
harness and
verify repair Go to Step 9

6E-114 3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Step Action Value (s) Yes No
9
Using the DVM and check the fuel pump relay power
supply circuit.
1. Ignition "Off", engine "Off".
2. Remove the fuel pump relay from the relay box.
3. Check the circuit for open circuit.
Was the DVM indicated specified value?
X-2

V



10 – 14.5V Go to Step 11 Go to Step 10
10
Repair the open circuit between the fuel pump relay
and battery.
Is the action complete?
- Verify repair -
11
Using the DVM and check the fuel pump power supply
circuit.
1. Ignition "On", engine "Off".
2. Disconnect the fuel pump connector.
3. Check the circuit for open or short to ground circuit.
Was the DVM indicated specified value?
F-2


V

10 – 14.5V Go to Step 13 Go to Step 12
12
Repair the open or short to ground circuit between the
fuel pump relay and fuel pump.
Is the action complete?
F-2
X-2





- Verify repair -

3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS 6E-115
Step Action Value (s) Yes No
13
Using the DVM and check the fuel pump ground
circuit.
1. Ignition "Off", engine "Off".
2. Disconnect the fuel pump connector.
3. Check the circuit for open circuit.
Was the DVM indicated specified value?
F-2





Continuity Go to Step 15 Go to Step 14
14
Repair the open circuit between the fuel pump and
body ground.
Is the action complete?
F-2
C-109


- Verify repair -
15
Replace the fuel pump.
Was the problem solved?
- Verify repair Go to Step 16
16
Is the ECM programmed with the latest software
release?
If not, download the latest software to the ECM using
the "SPS (Service Programming System)".
Was the problem solved?
- Verify repair Go to Step 17
17
Replace the ECM.
Is the action complete?
IMPORTANT: The replacement ECM must be
programmed. Refer to section of the Service
Programming System (SPS) in this manual. Following
ECM programming, the immobilizer system (if
equipped) must be linked to the ECM. Refer to section
11 “Immobilizer System-ECM replacement” for the
ECM/Immobilizer linking procedure.
- Verify repair -

6E-116 3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
FUEL SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS



RTW36ELF000501
Legend
(1) Fuel Filler Cap
(2) Fuel Tank
(3) Rollover Valve
(4) Fuel Pump Assembly
(5) Fuel Filter
(6) Fuel Rail Right
(7) Intake Air Port Right Bank
(8) Fuel Rail Left
(9) Intake Air Port Left Bank
(10) Fuel Pressure Control Valve
(11) Common Chamber
(12) Duty Solenoid Valve
(13) Throttle Valve
(14) Canister
(15) Check Valve
(16) Air Separator

3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS 6E-117
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
When the ignition switch is turned “ON," the Engine
Control Module (ECM) will turn “ON" the in-tank fuel
pump. The in-tank fuel pump will remain “ON" as long
as the engine is cranking or running and the ECM is
receiving 58X crankshaft position pulses. If there are no
58X crankshaft position pulses, the ECM will turn the
in-tank fuel pump “OFF" 2 seconds after the ignition
switch is turned “ON" or 2 seconds after the engine
stops running.
The in-tank fuel pump is an electric pump within an
integral reservoir. The in-tank fuel pump supplies fuel
through an in-line fuel filter to the fuel rail assembly. The
fuel pump is designed to provide fuel at a pressure
above the pressure needed by the fuel injectors. A fuel
pressure regulator, attached to the fuel rail, keeps the
fuel available to the fuel injectors at a regulated
pressure. Unused fuel is returned to the fuel tank by a
separate fuel return line.
TEST DESCRIPTION
Number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the
Diagnostic Chart.
2. Connect the fuel pressure gauge to the fuel feed line
as shown in the fuel system illustration. Wrap a shop
towel around the fuel pressure connection in order to
absorb any fuel leakage that may occur when
installing the fuel pressure gauge. With the ignition
switch “ON" and the fuel pump running, the fuel
pressure indicated by the fuel pressure gauge
should be 333-376 kPa (3.4-3.8 kg/cm
2 / 48-55 psi).
This pressure is controlled by the amount o
f
pressure the spring inside the fuel pressure regulator
can provide.
3. A fuel system that cannot maintain a constant fuel
pressure has a leak in one or more of the following
areas:
 The fuel pump check valve.
 The fuel pump flex line.
 The valve or valve seat within the fuel pressure
regulator.
 The fuel injector(s).
4. Fuel pressure that drops off during acceleration,
cruise, or hard cornering may case a lean condition.
A lean condition can cause a loss of power, surging,
or misfire. A lean condition can be diagnosed using
a Tech 1 Tech 2. If an extremely lean condition
occurs, the oxygen sensor(s) will stop toggling. The
oxygen sensor output voltage(s) will drop below 500
mV. Also, the fuel injector pulse width will increase.

Important: Make sure the fuel system is not operating
in the “Fuel Cut-Off Mode."
When the engine is at idle, the manifold pressure is
low (high vacuum). This low pressure (high vacuum)
is applied to the fuel pressure regulator diaphragm.
The low pressure (high vacuum) will offset the
pressure being applied to the fuel pressure regulato
r
diaphragm by the spring inside the fuel pressure
regulator. When this happens, the result is lower fuel
pressure. The fuel pressure at idle will vary slightly
as the barometric pressure changes, but the fuel
pressure at idle should always be less than the fuel
pressure noted in step 2 with the engine “OFF."
16.Check the spark plug associated with a particula
r
fuel injector for fouling or saturation in order to
determine if that particular fuel injector is leaking. I
f
checking the spark plug associated with a particular
fuel injector for fouling or saturation does no
t
determine that a particular fuel injector is leaking,
use the following procedure:
 Remove the fuel rail, but leave the fuel lines and
injectors connected to the fuel rail. Refer to Fue
l
Rail Assembly in On-Vehicle Service.
 Lift the fuel rail just enough to leave the fuel
injector nozzles in the fuel injector ports.
CAUTION: In order to reduce the risk of fire and
personal injury that may result from fuel spraying
on the engine, verify that the fuel rail is positioned
over the fuel injector ports and verify that the fuel
injector retaining clips are intact.
 Pressurize the fuel system by connecting a 10
amp fused jumper between B+ and the fuel pump
relay connector.

Visually and physically inspect the fuel injector
nozzles for leaks.
17. A rich condition may result from the fuel pressure
being above 376 kPa (55 psi). A rich condition may
cause a DTC P0132 or a DTC P0172 to set.
Driveability conditions associated with rich conditions
can include hard starting (followed by black smoke)
and a strong sulfur smell in the exhaust.
20.This test determines if the high fuel pressure is due
to a restricted fuel return line or if the high fuel
pressure is due to a faulty fuel pressure regulator.
21.A lean condition may result from fuel pressure belo
w
333 kPa (48 psi). A lean condition may cause a DTC
P0131 or a DTC P0171 to set. Driveability conditions
associated with lean conditions can include hard
starting (when the engine is cold ), hesitation, poo
r
driveability, lack of power, surging , and misfiring.

6E-118 3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
22.Restricting the fuel return line causes the fuel
pressure to rise above the regulated fuel pressure.
Command the fuel pump “ON" with the Tech 2. The
fuel pressure should rise above 376 kPa (55 psi) as
the fuel return line becomes partially closed.
NOTE: Do not allow the fuel pressure to exceed 414
kPa (60 psi). Fuel pressure in excess of 414 kPa (60
psi) may damage the fuel pressure regulator.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire and personal
injury:
 It is necessary to relieve fuel system pressure
before connecting a fuel pressure gauge. Refer to
Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure, below.
 A small amount of fuel may be released when
disconnecting the fuel lines. Cover fuel line
fittings with a shop towel before disconnecting,
to catch any fuel that may leak out. Place the
towel in an approved container when the
disconnect is completed.
FUEL PRESSURE RELIEF PROCEDURE
1. Remove the fuel cap.
2. Remove the fuel pump relay from the underhood
relay center.
3. Start the engine and allow it to stall.
4. Crank the engine for an additional 3 seconds.
FUEL GAUGE INSTALLATION
1. Remove the fuel pressure fitting cap.
2. Install fuel gauge 5-8840-0378-0 to the fuel supply
line located in front of and above the right side valve
cover.
3. Reinstall the fuel pump relay.

3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS 6E-119
Fuel System Diagnosis

Step Action Value(s) YES NO
1
Was the “On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check"
performed? — Go to Step 2 Go to OBD
System Check
2
1. Turn the ignition “OFF."
2. Turn the air conditioning system “OFF."
3. Relieve fuel system pressure and install the fuel
pressure gauge.
Refer to 6E-118 FUEL GAUGE INSTALLATION
4. Turn the ignition “ON."
NOTE: The fuel pump will run for approximately 2
seconds. Use the Tech 2 to command the fuel
pump “ON".
5. Observe the fuel pressure indicated by the fuel
pressure gauge with the fuel pump running.
Is the fuel pressure within the specified limits? 290-376 kPa
(42-55 psi) Go to Step 3 Go to Step 17
3
The fuel pressure will drop when the fuel pump stops
running, then it should stabilize and remain constant.
Does the fuel pressure indicated by the fuel pressure
gauge remain constant? — Go to Step 4 Go to Step 12
4
1. When the vehicle is at normal operation
temperature, turn the ignition “ON" to build fuel
pressure and observe the measurement on the
gauge.
2. Start the engine and observe the fuel pressure
gauge.
Did the reading drop by the amount specified after the
engine was started? 21-105 kPa
(3-15 psi) Go to Step 5 Go to Step 9
5
Is fuel pressure dropping off during acceleration,
cruise, or hard cornering? — Go to Step 6 Check for
improper fuel
6 Visually and physically inspect the following items for
a restriction:
 The in-line fuel filter.
 The fuel feed line.
Was a restriction found? — Verify repair Go to Step 7
7 Remove the fuel tank and visually and physically
inspect the following items:
 The fuel pump strainer for a restriction.
 The fuel line for a leak.
 Verify that the correct fuel pump is in the vehicle.
Was a problem found in any of these areas? — Verify repair Go to Step 8

6E-120 3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Step Action Value(s) YES NO
8 Replace the fuel pump.
Is the action complete? — Verify repair —
9
1. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the fuel
pressure regulator.
2. With the engine idling, apply 12-14 inches of
vacuum to the fuel pressure regulator.
Does the fuel pressure indicated by the fuel pressure
gauge drop by the amount specified? 21-105 kPa
(3-15 psi) Go to Step 10 Go to Step 11
10 Locate and repair the loss of vacuum to the fuel
pressure regulator.
Is the action complete? — Verify repair —
11 Replace the fuel pressure regulator.
Is the action complete? — Verify repair —
12
1. Run the fuel pump with the Tech 2.
2. After pressure has built up, turn off the pump and
clamp the supply hose shut with suitable locking
pliers.
Does the fuel pressure indicated by the fuel pressure
gauge remain constant? — Go to Step 13 Go to Step 15
13 Visually inspect the fuel supply line and repair any
leaks.
Was a problem found? — Verify repair Go to Step 14
14 Remove the fuel tank and inspect for leaky hose or
in-tank fuel line.
Was a problem found? — Verify repair Go to Step 8
15
1. If the pliers are still clamped to the fuel supply
hose, remove the locking pliers.
2. With suitable locking pliers, clamp the fuel return
line to prevent fuel from returning to the fuel tank.
3. Run the fuel pump with the Tech 2.
4. After pressure has built up, remove power to the
pump.
Does the fuel pressure indicated by the fuel pressure
gauge remain constant? — Go to Step 11 Go to Step 16
16 Locate and replace any leaking fuel injector(s).
Is the action complete? — Verify repair —
17
Is the fuel pressure indicated by the fuel pressure
gauge above the specified limit? 376 kPa (55
psi) Go to Step 18 Go to Step 21