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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2013128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, ENG CD N52, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 20 (ENGINE CONTROLS - SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS)FUEL SYSTEMFUEL DELIVERYFUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
Fuel Pressure Regulator
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION Fuel Pressure Regulator
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- Remove fuel pressure regulator. See REMOVE/INSTALL & OVERHAUL article ENGINE PERFORMANCE section. Note code number and nominal pressure on fuel pressure regulator body. Install BMW Service Tester (133060) with connecting hose (133064) in fuel feed left line.
- Remove fuel pump relay. See DME & FUEL PUMP RELAY LOCATIONΒ table. Connect jumper wire between relay base terminals No. 30 and 87. Read off fuel injection pressure on pressure gauge.
- If fuel pressure drops rapidly, seal return line (upper line) with Clamp (133010) and briefly operate fuel pump. If injection pressure in now stable, pressure regulator is defective. If injection pressure drops, check for leak in front of pressure regulator.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- 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.