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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1997FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS - BASIC ENGINE TESTING - 5.7L (P SERIES)BASIC FUEL SYSTEM CHECKSFUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELIEF
1997 Chevrolet Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic
Fuel System Pressure Relief
1997 Chevrolet Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Fuel System Pressure Relief
WARNING:
Begin fuel system trouble shooting and diagnosis with fuel system pressure test. Relieve fuel system pressure before disconnecting any components or installing fuel pressure gauge.
Fuel system is under pressure, which must be relieved before servicing fuel system. Fuel pressure may be relieved by the following method:
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Loosen fuel filler cap. Install Fuel Pressure Gauge (J-34730-1A) to fuel pressure test head. Wrap shop towel around pressure connection when installing fuel pressure gauge to absorb fuel leakage. Place gauge bleed hose in container. Open bleed valve to relieve fuel pressure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.