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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSATURN1997SC1 AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS - SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTSFUEL SYSTEMFUEL DELIVERYFUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR
1997 Saturn SC1 Automatic
Fuel Pressure Regulator
1997 Saturn SC1 AutomaticSECTION Fuel Pressure Regulator
- Install fuel pressure gauge to fuel rail fuel pressure test fitting. Remove vacuum hose from fuel pressure regulator. Turn ignition on and note fuel pressure on gauge.
- Start engine. Check for manifold vacuum at pressure regulator vacuum hose. If vacuum is not present, repair as necessary. Reconnect vacuum hose to pressure regulator and note fuel pressure on gauge. Compare first and second reading.
- Fuel pressure reading should be 4-7 psi (.28-.49 kg/cm2 ) less with vacuum hose installed. Fuel pressure should decrease as vacuum increases. If results are not as specified, replace fuel pressure regulator.
NOTE:
For further fuel pump circuit diagnosis, refer to appropriate FUEL SYSTEM test under NO-START DIAGNOSIS in the BASIC TESTING
article.
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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.