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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1986CAPRI GS, 2.3 A, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMFUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - MULTI-POINTTESTINGFUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM1.9L
1986 Mercury Capri GS, 2.3 A, Standard
Fuel Delivery System: 1.9L
1986 Mercury Capri GS, 2.3 A, StandardSECTION 1.9L
- Check fuel tank for adequate fuel supply. Check for fuel leakage at all fittings and lines. Using volt-ohmmeter (VOM), check fuel pump electrical circuit for voltage supply and continuity. Disconnect harness connector just forward of fuel pump inlet. Connect VOM to body wiring harness connector. Turn ignition on while watching VOM.
- VOM reading should rise to battery voltage then return to 0 volts after approximately 1 second. If not as specified, check inertia switch and electrical system. Check fuel pump continuity. Connect VOM to pump wiring harness connector. If no continuity, check directly at pump terminals. If no continuity at pump terminals, replace pump. If continuity shown at pump terminals, service or replace wiring harness.
- Check fuel delivery volume. Disconnect return line at fuel rail, being careful to avoid spilling fuel. Connect hose from fuel rail fitting to calibrated container of at least 1 quart. Connect Fuel Pressure Gauge (T80L-9974-A) to fuel diagnostic valve on fuel rail.
- Remove fuel pump relay, located on left side of dashboard. Install modified fuel pump relay. See MODIFYING FUEL PUMP RELAY procedure. Run extended ground lead from modified relay to convenient point. Activate fuel pump for 10 seconds by grounding extended ground lead from relay. Observe pressure on gauge. If no pressure, check voltage supply from relay through inertia switch to fuel pump. Repair as necessary.
- Check delivery volume after all fuel has drained from hose into container. Fuel pump is operating properly if fuel pressure reaches 35-45 psi (2.5-3.2 kg/cm2 ), delivery volume is minimum of 6.0 ozs. (.18L) for 10 seconds, and residual pressure holds at minimum of 11.6 psi (.82 kg/cm2 ) immediately after pump is shut off.
- If all 3 conditions are met, fuel pump is operating normally. Check for engine and electrical problems. If pressure is good but volume is not, check for restricted filters or supply lines. After correcting any blockage, recheck. If volume requirements are still not met, replace fuel pump.
- If both delivery pressure and volume requirements are met, but residual pressure does not hold, check for leaking regulator or injectors. If both test good, replace fuel pump/sending unit. If no flow or pressure is seen, fuel system should be checked as in step 6). If no trouble is found, replace fuel pump/sending unit.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.