Ford Escape: Fuel System - General Information / General Procedures - Fuel System Pressure Release
Pressure release
WARNING:
Fuel may remain pressurized in some fuel lines after the
Fuel System Pressure Release procedure. Wear safety gloves and a face
shield when disconnecting pressure lines to avoid skin and eye contact.
Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal
injury.
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Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety
Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
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Remove the following items:
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Start and run the engine at idle.
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Wait until the engine stalls.
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Crank the engine for approximately 5 seconds to release the fuel pressure.
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Install the following items:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
310-D009
(D95L-7211-A)
Fuel Pressure Test Kit
Check
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this section,
refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
310-250Disconnect Tool, Fuel LineTKIT-2012A-FLTKIT-2012A-ROW
Disconnect
NOTICE:
When reusing liquid or vapor tube connectors, make sure to
use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector
retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the
tube or connector retaining clip can occur...
Other information:
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
NOTE:
Network communication or missing network DTCs may result
from intermittent concerns, such as damaged wiring or low battery
voltage occurrences...
WARNING: Do not attempt to
cross a deep or flowing body of water.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death.
Note: Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.
Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter...