2003 Acura 3.2CL BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Pump

REGULATED FUEL PRESSURE (1)

Application At Idle W/ Vacuum psi (kg/cm2 ) At Idle W/O Vacuum psi (kg/cm2 )
MDX 48-55 (3.4-3.9) 57-64 (4.0-4.5)
RSX (2) 47-54 (3.3-3.8)
3.2CL 40-46 (2.7-3.3) 47-54 (3.3-3.8)
3.2TL 40-46 (2.7-3.3) 48-55 (3.4-3.9)
3.5RL 35-42 (2.5-3.0) 43-51 (3.0-3.6)
(1) Pressure is measured at fuel filter, with vacuum hose connected or disconnected from fuel pressure regulator.
(2) Information not available w/vacuum applied.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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