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Fuel Pump Test

  1. Remove fuel pump relay from fuse/relay block. Ensure Fuel Pump Tester (US 4480/3) is turned off and insert in place of relay. See Fig 1 Remove fuel tank cap. Remove rear seat and cover.
  2. Disconnect and plug fuel supply hose. Attach a hose to fuel pump and place other end of hose in a graduated container. Turn tester on for 10 seconds. Compare volume with specifications.
Fig 1: Fuel Pump Testing
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FUEL PUMP PERFORMANCE

Pressure: psi (kg/cm2 ) (1) Volume in 30 seconds: Pints (Liters)
75-82 (5.3-5.8) 6.6 (.7)
(1) Minimum pressure after 10 minutes is 38 psi (2.6 bar).