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Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure: Procedure

  1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal to avoid possible fuel discharge if an accidental attempt is made to start the engine.
  2. Fig 1: Removing/Replacing Fuel Injector Sight Shield & Fuel Pressure Connection Cap
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  3. Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  4. Remove the fuel pressure connection cap.
  5. Wrap a shop towel around the fuel pressure connection while connecting the J 34730-1A  in order to avoid spillage. See Special Tools . Refer to Fuel Pressure Gage Installation and Removal .
  6. Install the bleed hose into an approved container and open the valve to bleed the system pressure. The fuel connections are now safe for servicing.
  7. Drain any fuel remaining in the fuel pressure gauge into an approved container.