Fuel System - Long Crank Time To Engine Start

Classification: EC07-016C

Reference: NTB07-094C

Date: September 18, 2009

2007-2009 VERSA; LONG CRANK TIME BEFORE ENGINE START

This bulletin has been amended. The fuel pressure regulator part number has been changed, Applied Vehicle information has been amended, and a text correction. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

APPLIED VEHICLES:
2007 - 2009 Versa (C11) Sedan and Hatchback (MR18 and HR16)

IF YOU CONFIRM

The engine needs to be cranked for a long time (4-10 seconds) before the engine starts.

and

Fuel system pressure after engine shutoff drops below 200 kPa (29 psi) after 30 minutes.

ACTION

Replace the fuel pressure regulator.

^ See the Service Procedure for instructions on replacing the fuel pressure regulator.

IMPORTANT:
The purpose of "ACTION" (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire Service Procedure as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair.





PARTS INFORMATION





CLAIMS INFORMATION

VERIFICATION

Check fuel system pressure drop after engine shutoff. Refer to the appropriate section in the Electronic Service Manual.

^ Does the pressure drop below 200 kPa (29 psi) 30 minutes after engine shutoff?

> Yes: Proceed to SERVICE PROCEDURE below.

> No: This bulletin does not apply. Refer back to ASIST for further diagnostic information.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

1. Remove the fuel pump from the vehicle.

^ Refer to the appropriate section in the Electronic Service Manual for Removal and Installation.





2. Remove the fuel pressure regulator retaining clip.





3. Remove the fuel pressure regulator.





4. Install the fuel pressure regulator as shown.

WARNING:
Cover the fuel outlet with your thumb or some other method when pressing the regulator on. Fuel may push out of the outlet if it is not blocked when the regulator is pushed on.

CAUTION:
Do not damage regulator o-rings during installation.

5. Install retaining clip.

6. Re-install the fuel pump. Refer to the appropriate section for Removal and Installation in the Electronic Service Manual.

IMPORTANT:
During installation be sure to use a new Fuel Gauge Packing ("O-ring") from the Parts Information section of this bulletin.