Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure

Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure

Caution: Relieve the fuel system pressure before servicing fuel system components in order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury.

After relieving the system pressure, a small amount of fuel may be released when servicing the fuel lines or connections. In order to reduce the chance of personal Injury, cover the regulator and the fuel line fittings with a shop towel before disconnecting. This will catch any fuel that may leak out. Place the towel in an approved container when the disconnection is complete.

Tools Required

J 34730-IA Fuel Pressure Gauge

1. Turn the ignition Off.
2. Remove the rear seat cushion.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.




4. Loosen fuel filler cap (1) to relieve tank vapor pressure.

Intake Manifold Top Cover:

5. Remove the intake manifold sight shield. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement Service and Repair.




6. Connect the gauge J 34730-1A to fuel pressure valve.
7. Wrap a shop towel around fitting while connecting gauge to avoid spillage.
8. Install bleed hose into an approved container and open valve to bleed system pressure. Fuel connections are now safe for servicing.
9. Drain any fuel remaining in gauge into an approved container.