Fuel System
WARNING:
The fuel lines are under pressure.
Danger of personal injury to eyes and skin.
Wear protective eyewear and protective clothing in order to avoid injury and contact with the skin. Wrap a cloth around the connection before removing a fuel hose. Open the connection carefully and release the pressure.
For safety reasons, interrupt the current to the fuel pump before opening the fuel system. Otherwise, the fuel pump will activate when the drivers door opens or when the ignition is turned on. It is possible to interrupt the current flow by using one of the following possibilities:
- Battery, disconnecting
or
- Remove the fuel pump fuse.
or
- Disconnecting the connector from the fuel delivery unit flange.
CAUTION:
Note the following whenever working inside the engine compartment due to limited space:
- Route all lines and wires in their original locations.
- Ensure sufficient clearance to all moving or hot components.