Fuel Delivery & System Pressures: Notes
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CAUTION:
When working on fuel system, always follow these precautions on cleanliness:
- Thoroughly clean all unions and area near connections before disconnecting.
- Place removed parts on a clean surface and cover over. Use paper or plastic sheet. Use only lint-free cloths.
- Components which have been opened or disassembled must be covered or sealed carefully if repair cannot be carried out immediately.
- Only install clean components.
- Only unpack replacement parts immediately before they are installed.
- DO NOT use parts which have been stored loose (for instance, in toolboxes).
- When fuel system is open, DO NOT work with compressed air if this can be avoided or move car unless absolutely necessary.
WARNING:
Fire hazard. DO NOT
smoke or have anything in area that can ignite fuel.