Fuel System Pressure Release
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Pressure release
- Raise front of the rear load floor up and out of the way.
- 2.Raise the left front corner of the left load compartment floor support up and out of the way.
- Disconnect the fuel pump driver module electrical connector.
- Start the engine and allow it to idle until it stalls.
- After the engine stalls, crank the engine for approximately 5 seconds to make sure the fuel rail pressure has been released.
- Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
- Disconnect battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Cables - 2.5L Duratec - Hybrid (121kW/164PS) (BG) .
- When the fuel system service is complete, reconnect the Fuel Pump Control Module electrical connector.
- Reconnect battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Cables - 2.5L Duratec - Hybrid (121kW/164PS) (BG) .
- Cycle the ignition key and wait 3 seconds to pressurize the fuel system. Check for leaks before starting the engine.
- When service on the high pressure fuel system (high pressure pump, fuel injectors and fuel rail) is completed, start the engine and check for leaks.