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Fuel System Pressure Check



Fuel System Pressure Check

NOTE: This procedure is for the installation of the adaptor into the fuel line due to the removal of the schraeder valve from the fuel line.

WARNING:
- Place the vehicle in a quarantined area and arrange ' No Smoking/Petrol Fumes' signs about the vehicle.
- Before any work is carried out on the fuel system, ground the vehicle to earth and maintain the ground connection until the work is complete.
- Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable vapors are always present and may ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
- Do not carry or operate cellular phones when working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable vapors are always present and may ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
- The fuel system remains pressurized for a long time after the ignition is switched off. The fuel pressure must be relieved before attempting any repairs. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
- This procedure involves fuel handling. Be prepared for fuel spillage at all times and always observe fuel handling precautions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
- After carrying out repairs, the fuel system must be checked visually for leaks. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury
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1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the engine cover.
3. Detach the power steering fluid reservoir and reposition.







4. Disconnect the fuel rail feed pipe.

NOTE: Make sure the special tool is fully seated to the fuel pipe connections.

5. Install the special tool.







6. Install the fuel pressure gauge.







7. Connect the battery ground cable.
8. Carry out the fuel system pressure check.