Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Fuel Injector: Inspection
- INSPECT FUEL INJECTOR ASSEMBLY
- Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance
STANDARD RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONTester Connection Condition Specified Condition 1 - 2 20°C (68°F) 11.6 to 12.4 Ω If the result is not as specified, replace the injector assembly.
- Inspect the injection volume.CAUTION: This test involves high-pressure fuel and electricity. Take all precautions regarding safe handling of both the fuel and the electricity. Perform this test in a safe area, and avoid any sparks or flames. Do not smoke.
- Remove the fuel pipe clamp.
- Disconnect the fuel tube.
- Connect SST to the fuel pipe (the vehicle side).
- Install the O-ring to the fuel injector.
- Install SST and the tube to the fuel injector.
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- Put the injector into a graduated cylinder.CAUTION: Install a strong rubber tube onto the injector to prevent gasoline from splashing.
- Operate the fuel pump (turn the engine switch on (IG)).
- Connect SST (wire) to the injector and the battery for 15 seconds, and measure the injection volume with the graduated cylinder. Test each injector 2 or 3 times.
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Standard injection volume:
83 to 99 cm 3 (5.0 to 6.0 cu in.) per 15 seconds
Difference between each injector:
16 cm 3 (1.0 cu in.) or less
If the injection volume is not as specified, replace the injector assembly.
- Check for fuel drop.
- In the condition above, disconnect the tester probes of SST (wire) from the battery and check for fuel drop from the injector.
Standard fuel drop:
1 drop or less in 12 minutes
If the fuel drop is not as specified, replace the injector assembly.
- In the condition above, disconnect the tester probes of SST (wire) from the battery and check for fuel drop from the injector.
- Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
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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.
