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Fuel Pressure Release: Service and Repair
High Side Fuel Pressure, Releasing

High Side Fuel Pressure, Releasing

CAUTION!
The fuel injection system is divided into a high pressure side (maximum approximately 120 bar) and a low pressure side (approximately 6
bar).

Before opening the high pressure side - for example, removing the high pressure pump, fuel rail, fuel injectors, fuel pipes or fuel pressure
sensor - the fuel pressure in the high side must be reduced to a residual pressure of approximately 6 bar. The procedure for this is as
follows.

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Disconnect the electrical connector from the fuel pressure regulator valve - arrow -.

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Allow the engine to idle approximately 10 seconds.

‹› When the fuel pressure regulator valve electrical connector is disconnected during idle, the pressure in the high side decreases to approximately 6

bar. 

‹› After the high side pressure has been released, the high side must be opened, otherwise the pressure increases again due to the warming of the fuel.

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Switch off the ignition.

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For safety reasons, disconnect the fuel pump control module electrical connector - arrow - before opening the fuel system.

CAUTION!
Fuel lines are pressurized! Wear protective goggles and protective clothing to prevent injuries and contact with skin. Before opening the
high side, place a cloth around the connection.

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