Fuel Pressure Release: Service and Repair

Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure

NOTE:

Performing this procedure when the engine is still hot can damage the catalyst.

Wait until the engine has cooled down before performing this procedure.

NOTE:

If ECM detects DTC(s) after servicing, clear DTC(s) referring to DTC Clearance DTC Clearance.

1) Make sure that engine is cold.
2) For CVT model, place select lever in "P" range.

For M/T model, place gear shift lever in "Neutral" position.
3) Apply parking brake and block drive wheels.
4) Disconnect fuel pump relay (2) from main fuse box (1).
5) Remove fuel filler cap in order to release fuel vapor pressure in fuel tank, and then reinstall it.
6) Start engine and run it until engine stops for lack of fuel. Repeat cranking engine 2 - 3 times for about 3 seconds each time to dissipate fuel pressure in lines. Fuel connections are now safe for servicing.
7) After servicing, connect fuel pump relay (2) to main fuse box and install main fuse box cover.