Fuel System Pressure Release

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool

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WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.

WARNING: Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. Before servicing or disconnecting any of the fuel lines or fuel system components, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spraying of fuel, causing personal injury or a fire hazard.

NOTE: During the repair or replacement of fuel-related components, all liquid and vapor fuel openings shall be capped, taped or otherwise appropriately protected to prevent the ingress of dirt or other contamination. All caps, tape and other protective materials shall be removed prior to installation.

Remove the Schrader valve cap.

Fig 2: Removing Schrader Valve Cap
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NOTE: Drain the fuel into a suitable container.

Fig 3: Installing Special Tool For Opening Pressure Release Valve

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Install the special tool and open the valve slowly to relieve the fuel pressure.