fuel MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2006 Repair Manual

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5NOTE: If the ECM detects and stores a DTC, the ECM also stores the
engine/vehicle operating conditions under which the DTC was set. Some of
these conditions are displayed on the DRB IIItat the same time the DTC is
displayed.
NOTE: Before erasing stored DTCs, record these conditions. Attempting to
duplicate these conditions may assist when checking for an active DTC.
NOTE: Refer to the Service Information and perform the Air Bleed Proce-
dure before continuing diagnosis.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIIIt, erase the ECM DTCs.
Start and idle the engine while monitoring for ECM DTC's.
If the DTC does not reset at idle condition, test drive the vehicle under various load
and speed conditions to attempt to duplicate the fault.
NOTE: Driving the vehicle up and down steep hills or rapid cornering with
a low fuel level can cause this DTC to set. Verify with customer if Low Fuel
Light was illuminated when fault occurred.
With the DRBIIIt, read the ECM DTCs.
Does the DRBIIItdisplay this DTC?All
Ye s!Go To 6
No!Go To 16
6 Start the engine.
With the DRBIIItin Sensors, compare the Fuel Pressure Setpoint with the Actual
Fuel Pressure readings.
NOTE: If there is air in the fuel system, the Actual Fuel Pressure will
oscillate above and below the Fuel Pressure Setpoint.
Does Actual Fuel Pressure oscillate above and below the Fuel Pressure Setpoint?All
Ye s!Refer to the Service Information to purge air from the fuel system.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 7
7 Start the engine.
With the DRBIIItin Sensors, compare the Fuel Pressure Setpoint with the Actual
Fuel Pressure readings.
NOTE: A sticking Fuel Pressure Solenoid is indicated by Actual Fuel
Pressure gradually dropping below the Fuel Pressure Setpoint then sud-
denly increasing (spiking) above the Fuel Pressure Setpoint.
Does Actual Fuel Pressure gradually decrease then suddenly increase (spike) above
the Fuel PressureAll
Ye s!Replace the Fuel Pressure Solenoid in accordance with the
Service Information.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 8
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8 Refer to the appropriate Service Information and refer to Diagnosis and Testing Fuel
Delivery System table.
NOTE: The following is a list of problems that can cause fuel pressure to
deviate from specification: restricted fuel filter or fuel lines, failed fuel
pressure solenoid, failed fuel lift pump, failed fuel sending unit, contami-
nated fuel, faulty injector.
Were there any problems with the Fuel Delivery System?All
Ye s!Repair as necessary in accordance with the Service Information.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 9
9 Refer to each of the following symptoms in the Driveability category.
CHECKING THE FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID CIRCUITS
CHECKING THE FUEL QUANTITY SOLENOID CIRCUITS
CHECKING THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR CIRCUITS
Were any problems found?All
Ye s!Repair as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 10
10NOTE: An injector that sticks open can cause this DTC. A sticking injector
will cause the engine to misfire and emit excessive black smoke from the
exhaust system.
Refer to the Service Information and perform the Fuel Injector Leak Quantity Test.
Were any problems found?All
Ye s!Using the Service Information, remove and inspect the Fuel
Injectors for signs of damage or debris that may cause the injector
to stick. Sticking injectors may cause the combustion chamber to
become black and oil soaked. Replace Injector(s) as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 11
11 With the DRBIIIt, select System Test, Smooth Eng Run Check, then Correction
Quantity Check.
Perform this test at Idle, 2000 rpm and 3000 rpm.
NOTE: Readings per cylinder should be below   0.00450 mm
3/stroke for each
cylinder at each engine speed.
Did any of the cylinders exceed   0.00450 mm
3/stroke during this test?All
Ye s!Replace Fuel Injector of the cylinder(s) that had readings above  
0.00450 mm
3/stroke.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 12
12 With the DRBIIIt, select System Test, Smooth Eng Run Check, then Cylinder Speed
Check.
NOTE: Readings for all cylinders should be close to each other. Look for one
or two cylinders to differ high or low from the other cylinders.
Did any of the cylinders differ significantly from the majority of the other cylinders?All
Ye s!Replace Fuel Injector of the cylinder(s) that had readings signif-
icantly above or below the other fuel injectors.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 13
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13 With the DRBIIIt, select System Tests, then perform the Rail Press Control Valve
Test.
Did this test pass?All
Ye s!Go To 14
No!Replace the Fuel Pressure Solenoid in accordance with the
Service Information.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
14 With the DRBIIIt, select System Tests, then perform the Rail Press Control Valve
Variation Test.
Did this test pass?All
Ye s!Go To 15
No!Replace the Fuel Pressure Solenoid in accordance with the
Service Information.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
15 With the DRBIIIt, select System Test, then High Pressure Pump.
NOTE: During this test engine speed is set at 1,400 rpm and initial fuel
pressure at approximately 6,800 psi. During the test fuel pressure is
instantly set to above 20,000 psi. to test the performance of the Fuel
Injection Pump.
NOTE: After the test is completed, the DRB display fuel pressure in 30
counter steps. If the fuel pressure increases from approximately 6,800 psi to
above 20,000 psi in one counter step, the injection pump passes the test.
Did the fuel pressure increase to above 20,000 psi within one counter step on the
DRB?All
Ye s!Replace the Fuel Quantity Solenoid in accordance with the
Service Information.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Replace Fuel Injection Pump in accordance with the Service
Information.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
16WARNING: WHEN THE ENGINE IS OPERATING, DO NOT STAND IN A
DIRECT LINE WITH THE FAN. DO NOT PUT YOUR HANDS NEAR THE
PULLEYS, BELTS OR FAN. DO NOT WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING.
NOTE: The conditions that set the DTC are not present at this time. The
following list may help in identifying the intermittent condition.
With the engine running and at normal operating temperature, monitor the DRB IIIt
parameters related to the DTC while wiggling the wiring harness. Look for param-
eter values to change and/or a DTC to set.
Review the DTC When Monitored and Set Conditions. If possible, try to duplicate the
conditions under which the DTC was set.
Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) that may apply.
Visually inspect the related wiring harness. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or
partially broken wires.
Visually inspect the related wiring harness connectors. Look for broken, bent, pushed
out, or corroded terminals.
Were any of the above conditions present?All
Ye s!Repair as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Test Complete.
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17 Refer to the appropriate Service Information and refer to Diagnosis and Testing Fuel
Delivery System table.
NOTE: The following is a list of problems that can cause fuel pressure to
deviate from specification: restricted fuel filter or fuel lines, failed fuel
pressure solenoid, air in fuel system, failed fuel sending unit, contaminated
fuel, faulty injector.
Were there any problems with the Fuel Delivery System?All
Ye s!Repair as necessary in accordance with the Service Information.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 18
18 Refer to each of the following symptoms in the Driveability category.
CHECKING THE FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID CIRCUITS
CHECKING THE FUEL QUANTITY SOLENOID CIRCUITS
CHECKING THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR CIRCUITS
Were any problems found?All
Ye s!Repair as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 19
19NOTE: An injector that sticks open can cause this DTC. A sticking injector
will cause the engine to misfire and emit excessive black smoke from the
exhaust system.
Refer to the Service Information and perform the Fuel Injector Leak Quantity during
engine cranking test.
Were any problems found?All
Ye s!Using the Service Information, remove and inspect the Fuel
Injectors for signs of damage or debris that may cause the injector
to stick. Sticking injectors may cause the combustion chamber to
become black and oil soaked. Replace Injector(s) as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 20
20 Turn the ignition off.
Replace the Fuel Pressure Solenoid in accordance with the Service Information.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIIIt, erase the ECM DTCs.
Attempt to start and test drive the vehicle.
With the DRBIIIt, read the ECM DTCs.
Did this DTC set again?All
Ye s!Go To 21
No!Test Complete.
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21 Turn the ignition off.
Replace the Fuel Quantity Solenoid in accordance with the Service Information.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIIIt, erase the ECM DTCs.
Attempt to start and test drive the vehicle.
With the DRBIIIt, read the ECM DTCs.
Did this DTC set again?All
Ye s!Replace the Fuel Pump in accordance with the Service Informa-
tion.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Test Complete.
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Symptom List:
P2100-FUEL PUMP RELAY CIRCUIT OPEN CIRCUIT
P2100-FUEL PUMP RELAY CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
Test Note: All symptoms listed above are diagnosed using the same tests.
The title for the tests will be P2100-FUEL PUMP RELAY
CIRCUIT OPEN CIRCUIT.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
INTERMITTENT CONDITION
ENGINE CONTROL RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT OPEN
FUEL LIFT PUMP RELAY
FUEL LIFT PUMP RELAY CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
FUEL LIFT PUMP RELAY CONTROL CIRCUIT OPEN
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1NOTE: If the ECM detects and stores a DTC, the ECM also stores the
engine/vehicle operating conditions under which the DTC was set. Some of
these conditions are displayed on the DRB at the same time the DTC is
displayed.
NOTE: Before erasing stored DTCs, record these conditions. Attempting to
duplicate these conditions may assist when checking for an active DTC.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIIIt, erase the ECM DTCs.
Crank and attempt to start the engine several times.
With the DRBIIIt, read the active ECM DTCs.
Did this DTC set again?All
Ye s!Go To 2
No!Go To 6
2 Turn the ignition off.
Remove the Fuel Lift Pump Relay.
Turn the ignition on.
Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, check the Engine Control Relay
Output circuit.
Did the test light illuminate brightly?All
Ye s!Go To 3
No!Refer to Checking the ECM Power and Grounds for the related
symptom(s).
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
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3 Turn the ignition off.
Install a substitute relay in place of the Fuel Lift Pump Relay.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRB, actuate the Fuel Lift Pump Relay.
Does the Fuel Lift Pump Relay cycle on and off?All
Ye s!Replace the Fuel Lift Pump Relay.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 4
4 Turn the ignition off.
Remove the Fuel Lift Pump Relay.
Disconnect the ECM harness connectors.
Measure the resistance between ground and the Fuel Lift Pump Relay Control
circuit.
Is the resistance above 1000 ohms?All
Ye s!Go To 5
No!Repair the Fuel Lift Pump Relay Control circuit for a short to
ground.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
5 Turn the ignition off.
Remove the Fuel Lift Pump Relay.
Disconnect the ECM harness connectors.
Measure the resistance of the Fuel Lift Pump Relay Control circuit.
Is the resistance below 10.0 ohms?All
Ye s!Replace and program the Engine Control Module in accordance
with the Service Information.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Repair the Fuel Lift Pump Relay Control circuit for an open.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
6WARNING: WHEN THE ENGINE IS OPERATING, DO NOT STAND IN A
DIRECT LINE WITH THE FAN. DO NOT PUT YOUR HANDS NEAR THE
PULLEYS, BELTS OR FAN. DO NOT WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING.
NOTE: The conditions that set the DTC are not present at this time. The
following list may help in identifying the intermittent condition.
With the engine running at normal operating temperature, monitor the DRB
parameters related to the DTC while wiggling the wiring harness. Look for param-
eter values to change and/or a DTC to set.
Review the DTC When Monitored and Set Conditions. If possible, try to duplicate the
conditions under which the DTC was set.
Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) that may apply.
Visually inspect the related wiring harness. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or
partially broken wires.
Visually inspect the related wiring harness connectors. Look for broken, bent, pushed
out, or corroded terminals.
Were any of the above conditions present?All
Ye s!Repair as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Test Complete.
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Symptom List:
P2100-FUEL PUMP RELAY CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE
P2100-FUEL PUMP RELAY EXCESSIVE CURRENT
Test Note: All symptoms listed above are diagnosed using the same tests.
The title for the tests will be P2100-FUEL PUMP RELAY
CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
INTERMITTENT CONDITION
FUEL LIFT PUMP RELAY
FUEL LIFT PUMP RELAY CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1NOTE: If the ECM detects and stores a DTC, the ECM also stores the
engine/vehicle operating conditions under which the DTC was set. Some of
these conditions are displayed on the DRB at the same time the DTC is
displayed.
NOTE: Before erasing stored DTCs, record these conditions. Attempting to
duplicate these conditions may assist when checking for an active DTC.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRB, actuate the Fuel Lift Pump Relay.
Does the Fuel Lift Pump Relay cycle on and off?All
Ye s!Go To 2
No!Go To 3
2WARNING: WHEN THE ENGINE IS OPERATING, DO NOT STAND IN A
DIRECT LINE WITH THE FAN. DO NOT PUT YOUR HANDS NEAR THE
PULLEYS, BELTS OR FAN. DO NOT WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING.
NOTE: The conditions that set the DTC are not present at this time. The
following list may help in identifying the intermittent condition.
With the engine running at normal operating temperature, monitor the DRB
parameters related to the DTC while wiggling the wiring harness. Look for param-
eter values to change and/or a DTC to set.
Review the DTC When Monitored and Set Conditions. If possible, try to duplicate the
conditions under which the DTC was set.
Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) that may apply.
Visually inspect the related wiring harness. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or
partially broken wires.
Visually inspect the related wiring harness connectors. Look for broken, bent, pushed
out, or corroded terminals.
Were any of the above conditions present?All
Ye s!Repair as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Test Complete.
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3 Turn the ignition off.
Install a substitute relay in place of the Fuel Lift Pump Relay.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRB, actuate the Fuel Lift Pump Relay.
Does the Fuel Lift Pump Relay cycle on and off?All
Ye s!Replace the Fuel Lift Pump Relay.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 4
4 Turn the ignition off.
Remove the Fuel Lift Pump Relay.
Remove the Engine Control Relay.
Connect a jumper wire between cavity 30 and cavity 87 of the Engine Control Relay
connector.
Turn the ignition on.
Measure the voltage of the Fuel Lift Pump Relay Control circuit.
Is the voltage below 1.0 volt?All
Ye s!Replace and program the Engine Control Module in accordance
with the Service Information.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Repair the Fuel Lift Pump Relay Control circuit for a short to
voltage.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
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Symptom List:
P2151-FUEL PRESS SOLENOID SIGNAL PLAUSIBILITY HIGH
P2151-FUEL PRESS SOLENOID SIGNAL PLAUSIBILITY LOW
P2500-FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID CIRCUIT OPEN CIRCUIT
P2501-FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID CIRCUIT SHORTED TO
GROUND OR B+
Test Note: All symptoms listed above are diagnosed using the same tests.
The title for the tests will be P2151-FUEL PRESS SOLENOID
SIGNAL PLAUSIBILITY HIGH.
When Monitored and Set Condition:
P2500-FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID CIRCUIT OPEN CIRCUIT
When Monitored: With the ignition on.
Set Condition: The ECM detects an open or short to ground on the Fuel Pressure Solenoid
Control circuit.
P2501-FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND OR B+
When Monitored: With the ignition on and the ECM attempting to actuate the Fuel
Pressure Solenoid.
Set Condition: The ECM detects excessive current on the Fuel Pressure Solenoid Control
circuit when attempting to actuate the Fuel Pressure Solenoid.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CHECKING THE ENGINE CONTROL RELAY SYSTEM
INTERMITTENT CONDITION
FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID CONTROL SHORTED TO VOLTAGE
FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT OPEN
FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE
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