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Relieving Fuel Pressure

WARNING: During fuel pressure release, fuel leakage is inevitable. Take necessary precautions in case of fire. Wear safety glasses during procedure.

Discovery Series II -  Turn ignition off. Locate Schrader valve on fuel rail. Remove Schrader valve cap. Place a shop towel under Schrader valve. Cover Schrader valve with a shop rag. Open Schrader valve to release fuel pressure.

Freelander -  Turn ignition off. Locate Schrader valve on fuel rail, above accumulator. Remove Schrader valve cap. Place a shop towel under Schrader valve. Cover Schrader valve with a shop rag. Open Schrader valve to release fuel pressure.

Range Rover -  Turn ignition off. Fuel pressure can be relieved at fuel feed fitting at fuel rail. Position cloth around fitting to catch fuel spray. Using 2 wrenches, loosen fitting, allowing fuel system to depressurize.