Checking The Fuel Pump - Yamaha XP500 2001 Service Manual

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FUEL PUMP SYSTEM
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CHECKING THE FUEL PUMP

WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and under
certain circumstances there can be a danger
of an explosion or fire. Be extremely careful
and note the following points:
S Stop the engine before refuelling.
S Do not smoke and keep away from open
flames, sparks, or any other source of fire.
S If you do accidentally spill gasoline, wipe it
up immediately with dry rags.
S If gasoline touches the engine when it is
hot, a fire may occur. Therefore, make sure
that the engine is completely cool before
performing the following test.
1. Check:
S fuel pump operation
a. Fill up the fuel tank.
b. Put the end of the fuel hose into an open con-
tainer.
c. Connect the battery (12 V) to the fuel pump
coupler as shown.
Battery positive lead ! black/blue 1
Battery negative lead ! black 2
d. If fuel flows out of the fuel hose, the fuel pump
is OK.
If fuel does not flow, replace the fuel pump.
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