Explorer Sport Trac 2WD V6-4.0L VIN E (2002)
Fuel Rail: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
WARNING:
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DO NOT SMOKE OR CARRY LIGHTED TOBACCO OR OPEN FLAME OF ANY TYPE WHEN WORKING ON OR NEAR ANY
FUEL-RELATED COMPONENTS. 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 IN THE FUEL SYSTEM REMAINS UNDER HIGH PRESSURE EVEN WHEN THE ENGINE IS NOT RUNNING. BEFORE
WORKING ON OR DISCONNECTING ANY OF THE FUEL LINES OR FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS, THE FUEL SYSTEM
PRESSURE MUST BE RELIEVED. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
CAUTION: If the supply manifold is used as a leverage device, damage may occur to the supply manifold. Care must be taken when working around
the supply manifold.
1. Remove the intake manifold.
2. Disconnect the fuel line.
3. Disconnect the six fuel injector electrical connectors.
NOTE: One connector is shown, the other five are similar.
4. Remove the four bolts from the fuel line.
5. Disconnect the fuel pulse damper vacuum hose.
