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Opening Pressure

Using pressure gauge, slowly depress lever and read injector opening pressure. Opening pressure is when pressure gauge starts to fluctuate. Nozzle opening pressure should be within specifications. If opening pressure is incorrect, perform leak test before adjusting.

INJECTOR NOZZLE OPENING PRESSURES

Application psi (kg/cm2 )
Turbo
Checking Specification 2062-2318 (145-163)
Adjusting Specification 2205-2318 (155-163)
All Others
Checking Specification 1700-1845 (119.5-130)
Adjusting Specification 1775-1920 (125-135)