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Fuel Pressure Relief SFI

Tools Required

    • J 34730-1A Fuel Pressure Gauge
    • J 34730-250 Fuel Pressure Adapter
  1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal in order to avoid possible fuel discharge if an accidental attempt is made to start the engine. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    in General Information.
  2. Loosen the fuel filler cap in order to relieve the tank vapor pressure.
  3. Wrap a shop towel around fitting while connecting gage to a avoid spillage.
  4. Connect the fuel pressure gage to the fuel pressure connection tap.

  5. Install the bleed hose into an approved container and open the valve in order to bleed the system pressure. The fuel connections are now safe for servicing.
  6. Drain any fuel remaining in the gage into an approved container.

Reset Procedure

  1. Disconnect battery terminal for 10 seconds. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    in General Information.
  2. Reconnect the terminal.
  3. Turn the ignition ON leaving the engine OFF for 5 seconds.
  4. Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.