Removing

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CAUTION:

Follow the guidelines for clean working conditions when working on the fuel system. Refer to CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS AND FUEL SYSTEM WORK INSTRUCTIONS .

Always follow these instructions before and during work.

-- Remove the engine cover. Refer to ENGINE COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Before removing, clean the threaded area around the fuel pressure regulator valve with a commercially available detergent. Dirt must not enter the hole in the high pressure reservoir.

NOTE:

Clean carefully, cleaner must not enter the connector.

-- Dry the Fuel Pressure Regulator Valve -N276- .

-- Disconnect the connector on the Fuel Pressure Regulator Valve -N276- .

-- Counterhold at the housing hex bolt and loosen the union nut. Then remove it by hand.

-- Suction any dirt out of the hole in the high pressure reservoir, the threads and the sealing surface. Do not use mechanical tools.

NOTE:

Seal the hole in the high pressure reservoir with a plug to prevent dirt from entering.