1993 DODGE TRUCK fuel consumption

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FUEL SYSTEM
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The powertrain control module (PCM) has been
programmed to monitor many different circuits of the
fuel injection system. If a problem is sensed in a monitored circuit often enough to indicate an actual
problem, a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is stored.
The DTC will be stored in the PCM memory for eventual display to the service technician. If the
problem is repaired or ceases to exist, the PCM can­ cels the DTC after 51 engine starts.
Certain criteria must be met for a diagnostic trou­
ble code (DTC) to be entered into PCM memory. The criteria may be a specific range of engine rpm, en­
gine temperature and/or input voltage to the PCM.
It is possible that a DTC for a monitored circuit
may not be entered into memory even though a mal­
function has occurred. This may happen because one
of the DTC criteria for the circuit has not been met. Example: assume that one of the criteria for the
MAP sensor circuit is that the engine must be oper­ ating between 750 and 2000 rpm to be monitored for
a DTC. If the MAP sensor output circuit shorts to
ground when the engine rpm is above 2400 rpm, a 0
volt input will be seen by the PCM. A DTC will not
be entered into memory because the condition does not occur within the specified rpm range.
A DTC indicates that the powertrain control mod­
ule (PCM) has recognized an abnormal signal in a
circuit or the system. A DTC may indicate the result
of a failure, but never identify the failed component
directly.
There are several operating conditions that the
PCM does not monitor and set a DTC for. Refer to
the following Monitored Circuits and Non-Monitored Circuits in this section.

MONITORED
CIRCUITS
The powertrain control module (PCM) can detect
certain problems in the fuel injection system.
Open or Shorted Circuit - The PCM can deter­
mine if sensor output (which is the input to PCM) is
within proper range. It also determines if the circuit is open or shorted.
Output Device Current Flow - The PCM senses
whether the output devices are hooked up.
If there is a problem with the circuit, the PCM
senses whether the circuit is open, shorted to ground
(-), or shorted to
(
+
)
voltage.
Oxygen Sensor - The PCM can determine if the
oxygen sensor is switching between rich and lean.
This is, once the system has entered Closed Loop. Re­ fer to Open Loop/Closed Loop Modes Of Operation in
the Component Description/System Operation section
for an explanation of Closed (or Open) Loop opera­ tion.
NON-MONITORED CIRCUITS

The PCM does not monitor the following circuits,
systems or conditions that could have malfunctions
that result in driveability problems. A diagnostic trouble code (DTC) may not be displayed for these
conditions.
Fuel Pressure: Fuel pressure is controlled by the
vacuum assisted fuel pressure regulator. The PCM
cannot detect a clogged fuel pump inlet filter, clogged
in-line fuel filter, or a pinched fuel supply or return

line.
However, these could result in a rich or lean
condition causing an oxygen sensor DTC to be stored in the PCM.
Secondary Ignition Circuit: The PCM cannot de­
tect an inoperative ignition coil, fouled or worn spark

plugs,
ignition cross firing, or open circuited spark
plug cables.
Engine Timing: The PCM cannot detect an incor­
rectly indexed timing chain, camshaft sprocket or crankshaft sprocket. The PCM also cannot detect an
incorrectly indexed distributor. However, these could
result in a rich or lean condition causing an oxygen
sensor DTC to be stored in the PCM.
Cylinder Compression: The PCM cannot detect
uneven, low, or high engine cylinder compression.
Exhaust System: The PCM cannot detect
a

plugged, restricted or leaking exhaust system.
Fuel Injector Malfunctions: The PCM cannot de­
termine if the fuel injector is clogged, or the wrong injector is installed. However, these could result in a
rich or lean condition causing an oxygen sensor DTC
to be stored in the PCM.
Excessive Oil Consumption: Although the PCM
monitors exhaust stream oxygen content through ox­
ygen sensor (closed loop), it cannot determine exces­ sive oil consumption.
Throttle Body Air Flow: The PCM cannot detect
a clogged or restricted air cleaner inlet or air filter
element.
Evaporative System: The PCM will not detect a
restricted, plugged or loaded EVAP canister. Vacuum Assist: Leaks or restrictions in the vac­
uum circuits of vacuum assisted engine control sys­
tem devices are not monitored by the PCM. However, a vacuum leak at the MAP sensor will be monitored
and a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) will be gener­
ated by the PCM.
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) System
Ground: The PCM cannot determine a poor system
ground. However, a DTC may be generated as a re­
sult of this condition.
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Connector
Engagement: The PCM cannot determine spread or
damaged connector pins. However, a DTC may be generated as a result of this condition.

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FUEL
SYSTEM

• A broken injection pump timing mechanism spring
will cause the timing to be fully advanced resulting
in torque loss, a fuel knock and possible engine over­
heating.
An improperly operating KSB (cold start) solenoid
will cause white smoke during engine warm-up. The
KSB solenoid is not serviceable.
A defective or non-adjustable fuel injection pump
can cause starting problems or prevent the engine
from revving up. It can also cause:
• Engine surge at idle • Rough idle (warm engine)
• Engine miss under load
• Low power
• Excessive fuel consumption
• Poor performance
• Low power
• Black smoke from the exhaust • Blue or white fog like exhaust
• Incorrect idle or maximum speed A worn fuel injection pump plunger can effect fuel
pressure and the amount of fuel injected. This results in reduced engine power. In most cases, if the injec­
tion pump is delivering fuel from one outlet, it will deliver fuel from all outlets. If the internal plunger is defective, the fuel injection pump must be re­
placed.
Engine power is also effected by the governor set­
ting and performance. Do not attempt to adjust the governor. If the governor seals on the external adjustment screw are broken, the fuel rate may
be out of adjustment. The warranty of the injec­ tion pump and the engine may be void if the
seals have been tampered with or removed.

FUEL
INJECTORS
A leaking fuel injector can cause fuel knock, poor
performance, black smoke, poor fuel economy and
rough engine idle. If the fuel injector needle valve
does not operate properly, the engine may misfire and produce low power. A leak in the injection pump-to-injector high pres­
sure fuel line can cause many of the same symptoms as a malfunctioning injector. Inspect for a leak in the
high pressure lines before checking for a malfunc­
tioning fuel injector.

WARNING:
THE
INJECTION PUMP SUPPLIES HIGH
PRESSURE
FUEL
OF
APPROXIMATELY
59,000
KPA

(8,000
PSI) TO
EACH INDIVIDUAL INJECTOR
THROUGH THE HIGH
PRESSURE
LINES. FUEL UN­
DER
THIS AMOUNT
OF
PRESSURE
CAN
PENE­
TRATE THE SKIN AND CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY,
WEAR
SAFETY GOGGLES
AND
ADEQUATE PRO­
TECTIVE CLOTHING. AVOID CONTACT
WITH
FUEL
SPRAY
WHEN BLEEDING HIGH
PRESSURE
FUEL
LINES.
WARNING:
DO NOT
BLEED
AIR
FROM
THE
FUEL

SYSTEM
OF A
HOT ENGINE.
DO
NOT ALLOW FUEL
TO SPRAY ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD WHEN
BLEEDING
AIR
FROM THE FUEL SYSTEM.

To determine which fuel injector is malfunctioning,
run the engine and loosen the high pressure fuel line nut at the injector. Listen for a change in engine
speed (Fig. 14). Tighten the line nut. If engine speed

drops,
the injector was operating normally. If engine
speed remains the same, the injector is malfunction­
ing. Test all injectors in the same manner one at a

time.

Fig. 14
Inspecting
Injector Operation
Once an injector has been found to be malfunction­
ing, remove it from the engine and replace it. Refer
to Diesel Engine Service Procedures for injector re­ moval and installation.

FUEL
SUPPLY
RESTRICTIONS

CAUTION:
Do not
operate
the
engine
if the
fuel
sup­ ply
line
has
a
restriction
of
more
than
12.7
kPa
(3.75
in
Hg).
Refer
to
Lift
Pump
Test.

Fuel supply line restrictions can cause starting
problems and prevent the engine from revving up.
The starting problems include; engine miss under load, low power and blue or white fog like exhaust.
Test all fuel supply lines for restrictions or blockage.
Flush or replace as necessary. Bleed the fuel system
of air once a fuel supply line has been replaced.

FUEL/WATER
SEPARATOR
FILTER
A blocked or clogged fuel/water separator filter can
cause starting problems and prevent the engine from
revving up. It can also cause engine miss under load,
low power and blue or white fog like exhaust. The maximum allowable fuel pressure drop across
the fuel/water filter separator is 21 kPa (3 psi).

FUEL
SYSTEM
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DIESEL FUEL
INJECTION
SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS-CONTINUED

SYMPTOM
CAUSE
ACTION

Excessive
fuel
consumption improper diesel
fuel
Use
correct
fuel
for conditions. Refer
to

owner's manual
Incorrect injection pump timing
Adjust
injection pump timing
Restricted or damaged
injector
nozzle Repair or replace as necessary

Clogged
or
restricted air
filter
Remove
restrictions or replace air
filter
if

necessary

Injection sequence does not correspond

with
firing order install
fuel
injection lines in correct order
Intercooler internally blocked
or
leaking
Check
pressure drop
across
intercooler.

If
pressure drop
is
more than
4
in. Hg,
clean or replace as necessary

Low
idle misadjusted
Adjust
idle stop screw
Malfunctioning
KSB
valve
Replace
injection pump
Incorrect injection pump to engine timing
Adjust
injection pump to engine timing
Fuel injection pump malfunction or
not adjustable
Replace
fuel
injection pump
Unabie to shut engine off Voltage to
fuel
solenoid
interrupted
or
fuel

solenoid
inoperative Correct voltage supply problem or
replace

solenoid

Either poor
performance,
black moke
or
low power Improper
fuel

Drain
fuel
tank, flush
system,
fill
with

proper
fuel
for conditions. Refer to owner's
manual

Air
in
fuel
system
Bleed
fuel
system
Intercooler internally blocked
or
leaking
Check
pressure drop
across
intercooler.

If
pressure drop is more than
4
in. Hg,
clean
or
replace
as
necessary

Restricted or blocked
fuel
injection lines
Remove
restrictions or replace lines
Incorrect injection pump timing
Adjust
injection pump timing
Restricted or damaged
injector
nozzle
Repair
or replace as necessary

Clogged
or restricted air
filter
Remove
restrictions or replace
filter
if

necessary

Air
fuel
control tube leaking or broken Repair or replace as necessary

Low
manifold pressure
Check
and repair turbocharger operation
Injection sequence does not correspond

with
firing order Install
fuel
injection lines in correct order
—
Low
or uneven engine compression
Repair as necessary
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