Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Fuel System Pressure Release
- Remove the fuel fill cap.NOTE:
If equipped with a capless fuel system, insert funnel or equivalent into capless unit to release pressure.
- Remove the fuel pump fuse from the Power Distribution Center (PDC). For location of the fuel pump fuse, refer to label on the underside of the PDC cover or Refer to FUSE - RELAY LOCATIONS AND TYPES, SPECIFICATIONS .
- Start and run the engine until it stalls.
- Attempt restarting the engine until it will no longer run.
- Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
- Place a rag or towel below the fuel supply line quick-connect fitting (2) located near the cowl.
- Disconnect the fuel supply line quick-connect fitting at the fuel supply line (1). Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE - QUICK-CONNECT FITTINGS .
- Return the fuel pump fuse to the PDC.
One or more Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) may have been stored in the PCM memory due to fuel pump fuse removal. A diagnostic scan tool must be used to erase a DTC.
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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.