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Leak Detection Pump, Checking
Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required
- multimeter.
- Wiring diagram.
Test Requirements
- The Leak Detection Pump (LDP) -V144- fuse 23 in fuse panel B is OK.
- The ignition switched off.
Test Procedure
-- Perform a preliminary check to verify the customers complaint. Refer to PRELIMINARY CHECK
Start Diagnosis
-- Remove the right rear wheel housing liner. Refer to the Repair Information
-- Disconnect the Leak Detection Pump (LDP) -V144- electrical harness connector -2-.
Checking internal resistance
-- Using a multimeter, check the Leak Detection Pump (LDP) -V144- for resistance as follows:
| Leak Detection Pump (LDP) -V144- electrical harness connector terminals | Specified values |
|---|---|
| -1- + -3- | 640 to 720 Ω |
| -2- + -3- | 15 to 17 Ω |
If any of the specifications are Not obtained:
-- Replace the Leak Detection Pump (LDP) --V144--. Refer to the Repair Information.
If the specified value was obtained:
Checking voltage supply
The voltage for the Leak Detection Pump (LDP) --V144-- is supplied via fuse 15 in fuse panel B.
-- Check the Leak Detection Pump (LDP) --V144-- for voltage.
-- Using a multimeter, check the Leak Detection Pump (LDP) --V144--electrical harness connector terminal 3 for voltage. Connect the negative multimeter lead to engine ground.
-- Turn the ignition switch ON.
Specified Value: Battery Voltage.
-- Switch the ignition off.
If the specified value was Not obtained:
-- Remove fuse 23 in fuse panel B. Using a multimeter, check the Leak Detection Pump (LDP) --V144--wiring from terminal 3 to fuse 23 in fuse panel B.
Specified Value: 1.5 Ω Max
If the specified value was Not obtained:
-- Check the wiring for high resistance or an open circuit.
-- Check the electrical harness connector for damage, corrosion, loose or broken terminals.
-- If necessary, repair the faulty wiring connection.
If no malfunction is detected in the wiring or if the voltage supply was OK:
Checking Wiring
If the manufacturers test box is being used, perform the following step.
-- Install the test box.
If the manufacturers test box is not being used, perform the following step.
-- Remove the Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623-. Refer to the Repair Information.
-- Using a multimeter, check the Leak Detection Pump (LDP) --V144-- electrical connector terminal 1 to Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623- electrical connector T94 terminal 64 for an open circuit or high resistance.
-- Using a multimeter, check the Leak Detection Pump (LDP) --V144-- electrical connector terminal 2 to Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623- electrical connector T94 terminal 28 for an open circuit or high resistance.
Specified Value: 1.5 Ω Max.
If the specified value was Not obtained:
-- Check the wiring for a short circuit to Battery positive (+), high resistance or an open circuit.
-- Check the electrical harness connector for damage, corrosion, loose or broken terminals.
-- If necessary, repair the faulty wiring connection.
If no malfunction is found in wiring:
-- Replace the Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623-. Refer to the Repair Information.
Assembly is performed in the reverse order of the removal, note the following:
-- Install the right rear wheel housing liner. Refer to the Repair Information.
Final Procedures
After the repair work, the following work steps must be performed in the following sequence:
- Check the DTC memory. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 03 - READ DTC MEMORY .
- If necessary, erase the DTC memory. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 04 - ERASE DTC MEMORY .
- If the DTC memory was erased, generate readiness code. Refer to READINESS CODE .
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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.