Removal and Installation

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Remove the secondary fuel filter and remove all fuel from the fuel filter housing.

Fig 1: Removing Secondary Fuel Filter And Fuel From Fuel Filter Housing
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Disconnect the fuel return tube from the regulator cover.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Fuel Return Tube From Regulator Cover
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WARNING: Clean all fuel residue from the engine compartment. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

Fig 3: Removing Screws And Fuel Pressure Regulator Cover

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Remove the screws and the fuel pressure regulator cover.
Remove and discard the fuel pressure regulator cover O-ring seal.

Fig 4: Removing Fuel Pressure Regulator Cover O-Ring Seal
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Remove the restrictor, spring and poppet valve.

Fig 5: Removing Restrictor, Spring And Poppet Valve
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Clean the fuel pressure regulator bore in the fuel filter housing.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.