Fuel supply (Mitsubishi Lancer 3)

The fuel system includes the fuel tank, fuel lines, high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) with injectors, and a fuel filter. The fuel supply is indicated by the fuel gauge on the dashboard. The fuel tank is ventilated by a ventilation system. When the fuel tank is completely empty, it is necessary to remove air from the fuel filter, see paragraph 32.1.

Note: To check if fuel is being supplied to the injectors if the engine is difficult to start, loosen the union nuts on two injectors and start the engine without preheating until fuel comes out at the union nuts. Tighten the union nuts and start the engine normally.

Caution: If there is no fuel supply, the air must be removed from the system.

Fill the high-pressure fuel pump with diesel fuel.

Fill the fuel filter with diesel fuel.

Tow the car.

These measures ensure rapid removal of air.

When working with the injection system, maintain cleanliness, see p. 6.2.

In addition, care should be taken to ensure that diesel fuel does not come into contact with the coolant hoses. If this happens, the hoses should be cleaned immediately. Damaged hoses should be replaced.