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Preliminary Work

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WARNING: Highly inflammable or explosive materials 
  • Danger of fire or explosion 

    → Avoid contact with hot parts or sources of ignition.

    → Use suction to remove ignitable vapors.

    → Attach warning sign in a clearly visible position.

    → Contain leaked media using non-flammable absorbent material and put it in a container designed for this purpose for disposal in accordance with local requirements.

    → Secure collection containers/vessels to prevent them from tipping over.

WARNING: Caustic fluids 
  • Danger of chemical burns 

    → Wear personal protective gear.

    → Ensure that there is good ventilation.

    → Avoid contact with caustic fluid.

    → If you do come into contact, wash off immediately with plenty of warm water and contact a doctor if necessary.

Information 

The battery voltage must not fall below 12.5 volts  during the fuel pressure check.

  1. Connect a battery charger.
  2. Attach or mount a warning sign in a clearly visible position on the vehicle.
    G15877247Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

    Example of a warning sign

  3. Relieve fuel pressure in the system.
    1. 3.1 Pull out fuse for fuel pump.
    2. 3.2 Start the engine, wait until it stops and then re-insert fuse for fuel pump.
  4. > 9705 - Measuring adapter-1-  must be connected.
    1. 4.1 Place a cloth underneath the connection point for the fuel low-pressure line -2-  .
    2. 4.2 Release and disconnect plug-in coupling for the fuel low-pressure line. Collect emerging fuel.
    3. 4.3 > 9705 - Measuring adapter-1-  must be connected.
    4. 4.4 Position a clean canister that is suitable for fuel and secure it to prevent it from falling over.
    5. 4.5 Insert hose -3-  into the canister.
    G15877248Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

    Measuring adapter for draining fuel