Fuel Pressure: Service Precautions

WARNING: Fuel line spills and leaks are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause serious injuries or death and damage. Fuel can also irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always complete the "Fuel Line Safety Procedures".

FUEL LINE SAFETY PROCEDURES
A. Release the fuel pressure before disconnecting a fuel line.
1. Start the engine.




2. Remove the fuel pump relay.
3. After the engine stalls, turn the ignition switch to OFF.
4. Install the fuel pump relay.

B. Avoid leakage.
1. When disconnecting a fuel line hose, wrap a rag around it to protect against fuel leakage.
2. Plug the hose after removal.




C. Install hose clamps to secure the fuel pressure gauge connections.