Fuel System Pressure Release

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

For information on Ford Color Coded Illustrations refer to OEM Color Coding .

Pressure release

Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions
Remove junction box panel
Remove the fuse F80 (fuel pump relay) from the junction box panel.

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Install junction block panel.
Start the engine and allow it to idle until the engine stops.
Crank the engine for approximately five seconds to make sure that the fuel rail pressure is released.
Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
Remove junction block.
When the fuel system service is complete, install the fuse F80 (fuel pump relay) to the junction box panel.

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Install junction block.
NOTE: It may take more than one key cycle to pressurize the fuel system.

Cycle the ignition key and wait 3 seconds to pressurize the fuel system. Check for leaks before starting the engine.
Start the vehicle and check the fuel system for leaks.