With Generic Scan Tool

2003 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan (9M2) V6-2.8L (BDF)SECTION With Generic Scan Tool


Checking Fuel Delivery

Test requirements
- Voltage supply OK
- VAG1348/3A remote control connected

Test sequence
- Remove fuel filler cap from fuel filler tube.







- Disconnect supply line -3- (with white marking) and catch escaping fuel using a rag.

NOTE: Depress buttons on hose connections to do so.


WARNING:
- The fuel or fuel lines in fuel system can become very hot (danger of scalding).
- In addition, the fuel system is under pressure!Before opening the system, place rags around the connection area and release pressure by carefully loosening the connection.
- Wear protective goggles and protective gloves when working on the fuel system.







- Connect pressure gauge (VAG1318) to fuel supply line using adapters (VAG1318/23 and VAG1318/17).
- Connect hose adapter (VAG1318/16) to adapter (VAG1318/11) of pressure gauge and hold into measuring container.
- Open shut-off valve of pressure gauge. Lever will point in direction of flow -A-.
- Operate remote control. Slowly close shut-off valve until on pressure gauge 3 bar is indicated. Do not change position of shut-off valve any more.
- Empty measuring container.
- Delivery rate of Fuel Pump (FP) is dependent on battery voltage. Therefore, connect multimeter to vehicle battery using adapter cables.
- Operate remote control 30 seconds long and measure battery voltage.







- Compare fuel quantity pumped with specified value.
*) Minimum delivery rate cu.cm/30 s
**) Voltage at fuel pump with engine off and pump running (approx. 2 volts less than battery voltage).

Read-out example:
During test, a voltage of 12.2 volts is measured at battery. Since the voltage at the pump is approx. 2 volts less than battery voltage, there is a minimum delivery rate of 200 cu.cm/30 s.

If minimum delivery rate is not obtained:
- Check fuel lines for possible restrictions (kinks) or clogging.







- Disconnect supply line -1- from fuel filter input.

NOTE: Depress buttons on hose connections to do so.


- Connect pressure gauge (VAG1318) with adapter (1318/17) to hose.
- Repeat test of delivery quantity.

If minimum delivery rate is obtained now:
- Replace fuel filter.

If minimum delivery rate is still not obtained:
- Remove Fuel Pump (FP) unit and check filter strainer for dirt.

Only if no malfunctions have been found yet:

- Fuel Pump (FP) faulty, replace Fuel Pump (FP), see Fuel Pump (FP), removing and installing.
- Erase DTC memory of Engine Control Module (ECM), Diagnostic mode 4: Reset/erase diagnostic data.
Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

- Generate readiness code.
Monitors, Trips, Drive Cycles and Readiness Codes

Delivery rate has been obtained, but malfunctions are still suspected in the fuel supply (e.g. sporadic loss of fuel supply):
- Check Fuel Pump (FP) current draw as follows:

- Reconnect all disconnected fuel lines.







- Connect multimeter with electrical current probe to wire of 4-pin connector (terminal 1 arrow) from wiring harness.
- Start engine and let run at idle.
- Measure Fuel Pump (FP) current draw.
Specified value: max: 8 amperes

NOTE: If disturbance in fuel system is sporadic, test can also be performed during a road test, but a 2nd person is required.

If current draw is exceeded:
- Fuel Pump (FP) faulty, replace Fuel Pump (FP), see Fuel Pump (FP), removing and installing.
- Erase DTC memory of Engine Control Module (ECM), Diagnostic mode 4: Reset/erase diagnostic data.
Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

- Generate readiness code.
Monitors, Trips, Drive Cycles and Readiness Codes
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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.