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 Pressure Relieving: Procedure
WARNING:
Flammable - Keep Fire Away
NOTE:
- Refer to the Fuel and Emissions Systems Service Precautions before disconnecting the fuel line.
- Before disconnecting fuel lines or hoses, relieve pressure from the system by disabling the fuel pump and disconnecting the fuel line/quick connect fitting in the engine compartment.
- Fuel Tank Pressure - Relieve
1. Insert the emergency fuel funnel (A) into the fuel filler neck to relieve the pressure in the fuel tank. NOTE: The emergency fuel funnel is stored in the trunk tool box.
- Fuel Pressure - Relieve
1. Remove PGM-FI main relay 2 . 2. Start the engine, and let it idle until it stalls.
NOTE: If any DTCs are stored, clear and ignore them.
3. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
4. Install PGM-FI main relay 2.
- 12 volt Battery Terminal - Disconnect
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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.