Escape 4WD V6-181 3.0L DOHC VIN 1 Duratec (2003)
Fuel Pressure Release: Service and Repair
Fuel Pressure Gauge
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
1. Remove the Schrader valve cap at the end of the fuel injection supply manifold and attach the Fuel Pressure Gauge.
WARNING:
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DO NOT SMOKE OR CARRY LIGHTED TOBACCO OR AN OPEN FLAME OF ANY TYPE WHEN WORKING ON OR NEAR
ANY FUEL-RELATED COMPONENT. HIGHLY FLAMMABLE MIXTURES ARE ALWAYS PRESENT AND MAY BE
IGNITED. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
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FUEL SUPPLY TUBES WILL REMAIN PRESSURIZED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME AFTER ENGINE SHUTDOWN. THIS
PRESSURE MUST BE RELIEVED BEFORE REPAIRING OF THE FUEL SYSTEM HAS BEGUN. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
NOTE: Before disconnecting any fuel tube, release the fuel pressure from the fuel system.
2. Open the manual valve slowly to relieve the system pressure. This may drain fuel from the system.
NOTE: Position a suitable container for the fuel to drain into.
