Fuel Pump Hold Pressure

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Fuel Pump Hold Pressure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Mazda Millenia. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Disconnect fuel inlet hose at fuel rail. Install fuel pressure gauge to fuel inlet hose and plug fuel pressure gauge outlet hose. Reconnect negative battery cable.
  2. Locate data link connector in left side of engine compartment. Connect a jumper wire between data link connector terminals F/P and GND. See Figure . Turn ignition on for 10 seconds to operate fuel pump. Turn ignition off and disconnect jumper wire. Wait 5 minutes and observe fuel pressure. Fuel pressure should be at least 21 psi (1.5 kg/cm2 ). If fuel pressure is not as specified, replace fuel pump.
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