2011 Volkswagen Golf Base, 2D Hatchback, 2.5 A, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Pump Delivery Rate, Checking

Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required 

  • Hand held remote control (jumper).
  • Multimeter.
  • Electrical connector test lead set.
  • Fuel pressure test set.
  • Measuring container, fuel-resistant.

Test Conditions 

  • Battery voltage 12.5 V
  • Fuel filter OK
  • Fuel tank at least 1 /4 filled.
  • Fuel pressure regulator OK.
  • Ignition switched OFF.

Test Procedure 

-- Perform a preliminary check to verify the customers complaint. Refer to PRELIMINARY CHECK 

Start Diagnosis 

-- Remove the fuel filler cap from fuel filler tube.

-- Remove rear seat bench.

-- Remove the floor sealing cover.

-- Disconnect the electrical harness connector from the fuel delivery unit.

-- Connect a hand held remote control (jumper) to terminal 1 of the fuel delivery unit and to vehicle battery (+).

-- Connect a jumper wire from terminal 5 of the fuel delivery unit to vehicle Ground.

WARNING:

Fuel system is under pressure! Before opening the system, place rags around the connection area. Then release the pressure by carefully loosening the connection.

-- Disconnect the fuel return line by pressing release buttons.

-- Connect a fuel line from the fuel pressure test set to the disconnected fuel return line and hold it in the measuring container.

-- Press the switch on the hand held remote control (jumper) and operate the fuel pump for 15 seconds.

-- Compare quantity of fuel delivered with minimum delivery rate in the diagram (cm3 /30s).

NOTE:

Voltage at the fuel pump with engine stopped and fuel pump running is approx. 2 volts less than battery voltage.

If minimum delivery quantity is not obtained, the following malfunctions may be present:

If specified value was Not obtained:

Check the following components;

  • Fuel lines pinched.
  • Fuel filter restriction.
  • Fuel pump faulty.

-- Repair or replace the above components as necessary.

-- To replace the fuel filter refer to the appropriate Service Information.

-- To replace the fuel pump refer to the appropriate Service Information.

Assembly is performed in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

-- Install the rear seat bench.

Final Procedures 

After the repair work, the following work steps must be performed in the following sequence:

  1. Check the DTC memory. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 03 - READ DTC MEMORY .
  2. If necessary, erase the DTC memory. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 04 - ERASE DTC MEMORY .
  3. 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.

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