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Fuel System Pressure Release

WARNING: Always relieve fuel pressure before disconnecting any component under fuel pressure. DO NOT allow fuel to contact engine or electrical components.
    NOTE: If engine does not start, crank engine over 4-5 times and go to step  2 .
  1. If engine starts, remove fuel pump relay located in engine compartment. Start engine and allow to idle. After engine stalls, crank engine over 4-5 times and go to next step.
  2. Turn ignition off. Install fuel pump relay. Use a rag as protection from fuel spray when disconnecting hoses. Plug hoses after disconnection.