Injector wiring test

2001 MERCEDES BENZ VITO
200,000 MILES • 2.2L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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PETER DEKKER
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Can the common rail injector wiring be tested with a lamp as with petrol fuel injectors?
Aug 9, 2019 at 4:52 AM
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Yep, it sure can. here is a guide to help you test for the problem:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

Please run down these guides and report back.
Aug 10, 2019 at 2:08 PM
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PETER DEKKER
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It is a diesel common rail system, that link is for petrol..
Aug 11, 2019 at 12:55 AM
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Yes should still be the same this guide should help.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-a-fuel-injector

Please run down this guide and report back.
Aug 12, 2019 at 11:06 AM
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PETER DEKKER
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ok, can i use a 12v bulb as test light?
Aug 12, 2019 at 12:11 PM
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Not really because the impedance is to high I would use a test light.
Aug 13, 2019 at 9:15 AM