VP44 Install
VP44 Install
VP44 Install
Installation Instructions
& Information
VP44 Pump General Information
The fuel injection pump (VP44) is an electronic rotary distributor pump. The pump performs four
basic functions:
A cam ring with three plungers, a rotor, and an electronically controlled fueling solenoid valve is
used to develop and distribute the high pressure required for injection.
A worn or damaged internal transfer pump, plunger, or fueling valve can affect the pressure and
amount of fuel injected, thus reducing the power from the engine. Generally, if the fuel injection
pump is injecting fuel from one outlet, it will deliver from all outlets.
As pump speed increases, the fuel pressure to the timing piston assembly also increases. Based
on the inputs from the fuel pump control module (FPCM), the timing solenoid valve pulses to vary the pres-
sure to move the timing piston, which results in the cam ring moving to the desired position to
achieve the commanded timing.
The more pressure created by the internal transfer pump and timing solenoid valve, the more the
timing will advance; therefore, timing range capability is increased at higher RPMs.
1
VP44 Pump Initial Check
Disconnect the VP44 fuel pump drain line from the T-fitting and plug it.
Disconnect the vacuum gauge plastic tubing from the cylinder head’s
drain line and connect it to the VP44 fuel pump inlet line.
NOTE: All fuel must be drained from all fuel lines, if observed.
Apply the vacuum test to the fuel system and check the vacuum gauge.
The vacuum can not exceed 381 to 508 mm Hg [15 to 20 in Hg].
If the system holds the vacuum (if the reading on the gauge does not
reduce, the vacuum should not drop more than 2.54 mm Hg [0.1 in Hg]
in a minute), then there is no leak in the fuel system.
NOTE: The vacuum test is completed if the fuel system holds vacuum for
at least 5 minutes.
If the system does not hold vacuum (the reading on the gauge does not
hold and reduce to 0 mm Hg [0 in Hg], then there is a leak in the fuel
system.
If the system does not hold a vacuum, check for leaks at the VP44 fuel
pump.
Inspect the lines, fittings, washers, and VP44 fuel pump for any damage.
Replace and install parts that are damaged.
2
VP44 Pump Removal
It is recommended to bar the engine over so that the keyway on the gear
is at the 12-o’clock position when removing the fuel pump. This posi-
tion can be found by taking the oil fill or fuel pump gear access cap off,
whichever applies, and aligning the keyway in the fuel pump gear to the
top dead center (TDC) position on the front cover. In this position the line
on the fuel pump gear will approximately be in the 7-o’clock position.
NOTE: Doing the above will help prevent the fuel pump key from falling
into the housing if it is loose
75-mm T-Bar - Pull the fuel injection pump drive gear loose from the
pump driveshaft.
3
13 mm - Remove the four mounting nuts, and remove the fuel injection
pump.
NOTE: Do not drop the drive gear key when removing the pump.
Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe all of the oil off the back of the gear hous-
ing mounting surface and pump housing.
NOTE: Doing the above will help prevent the fuel pump key from falling
into the gear housing if it is loose.
The keyed gear and shaft allow for the fuel injection pump to be installed
in any position, as long as the markings on the front gear train align and a
gear has not slipped.
NOTE: The fuel injection pump shaft has to be rotated to align with the
keyway in the gear.
Install the pump. Make sure the key does not fall into the gear housing.
Take care not to damage the pump mounting o-ring.
NOTE: When installing the fuel pump, the dowel in the back of the gear
housing has to line up with the hole in the pump mounting flange, as well
as the keyway in the gear. Barring the engine so the keyway is at the 12-
o’clock position will aid in aligning the key into the keyway.
4
Hand-tighten the four mounting nuts.
Install the injection pump support bracket. Finger-tighten all cap screws
before final tightening.
5
Install the crankcase breather.