C175-16 Locomotive Engine Caterpillar


Fuel Pressure Is High - Fuel Supply System

Usage:

C175-16 3A9
Use this procedure in order to troubleshoot a problem with the fuel supply system.

Probable Causes

  • Fuel pressure regulator problem

Recommended Actions

Note: The procedures have been listed in order of probability. Complete the procedures in the order of the listed test steps.

Table 1
Troubleshooting Test Steps  Values  Results 

1. Check the Fuel Pressure Regulator

Note: The regulator is a customer installed component.

A. Check for a fuel pressure regulator between the booster pump at the fuel tank and the inlet of the primary fuel filters.

B. If a regulator is not installed in the fuel supply circuit between the booster pump and the inlet of the primary fuel filters, install a fuel pressure regulator in the circuit. Adjust the fuel pressure regulator in order to achieve the correct fuel pressure.

C. If a regulator is present, check the fuel pressure at the outlet of the regulator.

D. If the fuel pressure is not within specifications, adjust the regulator. If a problem with the regulator is suspected, replace the fuel pressure regulator.
 

Pressure
 

Result: No regulator.

Repair: Install a regulator and adjust the regulator.

Result: Regulator is present and pressure is high.

Repair: Adjust the regulator

Result: Regulator is present and suspected of failure.

Repair: Replace and adjust the regulator.
 
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