Fuel Pressure Regulator: Removal
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 9 other vehicles, including the 2002 Ford RV Cutaway, 2002 Ford Pickup, 2002 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2002 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2002 Ford Excursion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Disconnect negative battery cable. Release fuel pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE . Remove vacuum hose from fuel pressure regulator. Remove clip from fuel pressure regulator. Remove fuel pressure regulator. Remove and discard "O" ring (and gasket if applicable).