Sportage 2WD 4Dr L4-2.0L (2000)
Fuel Pressure Release: Service and Repair
Releasing Fuel System Pressure
WARNING: THE FUEL SYSTEM REMAINS UNDER PRESSURE WHEN THE ENGINE IS NOT RUNNING. RELEASE FUEL SYSTEM
PRESSURE BEFORE DISCONNECTING ANY FUEL LINE TO REDUCE THE CHANCE OF PERSONAL INJURY OR FIRE DAMAGE
TO VEHICLE COMPONENTS.
1. Start the engine.
2. Disconnect the fuel pump connector located behind the vehicle rear seat, floor level.
3. Let the engine stall, then turn off the ignition switch.
4. Connect the fuel pump connector.
Fuel Line Handling
WARNING: FUEL IS EXPLOSIVE. WHEN WORKING ON FUEL SYSTEM PARTS, MAKE SURE TO SUPPLY ADEQUATE
VENTILATION TO THE WORK AREA. DO NOT SMOKE, AND KEEP SPARKS AND OPEN FLAMES AWAY.
1. When disconnecting fuel hoses, use a shop towel to absorb fuel, protecting equipment and personnel.
2. Stop fuel leakage by installing hose clamps where the fuel filter and the main fuel hose connect to the fuel pressure gauge.
Priming The Fuel System
After fuel pressure has been released for repairs or inspection, the system must be primed to avoid too much cranking to restart the engine. Follow the
steps below.
1. Connect the data link connector terminals FUEL PUMP and B+ with a jumper wire.
2. Turn the ignition switch on for no longer than 10 seconds to pressurize the system and check for fuel leaks. (The jumper wire gets hot if it is left in
for longer than 10 seconds.)
3. Turn the ignition switch off and take the jumper wire off the data link connector.
