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Fuel Pump Relay: Testing and Inspection

Fuel pump relay, checking

Symptom: Fuel pump NOT running when ignition is switched ON.

NOTE: Always refer to the appropriate wiring diagram.

Requirement
- fuse 18 OK




- remove fuel pump relay (J 17) from fuse relay panel (arrow) position 12
- switch ignition ON
- using Adaptor Test Kit VW 1594 connect US 1115 LED Tester as follows:
- between terminal 6 and ground (-)
- between terminal 2 and ground (-)
- between terminals 6 and 4
LED must light up

If NO
- check wiring using wiring diagram, repair or replace as necessary

If YES
- switch ignition OFF
- using Adaptor Test Kit VW 1594, connect LED Tester between terminals 2 and 3
- switch ignition ON
- LED must light up for 1 second

If NO
- check triggering of fuel pump relay