Relieving Fuel Pressure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Land Rover Range Rover, 2002 Land Rover Freelander, and 2002 Land Rover Discovery. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
During fuel pressure release, fuel leakage is inevitable. Take necessary precautions in case of fire. Wear safety glasses during procedure.
Discovery Series II - Turn ignition off. Locate Schrader valve on fuel rail. Remove Schrader valve cap. Place a shop towel under Schrader valve. Cover Schrader valve with a shop rag. Open Schrader valve to release fuel pressure.
Freelander - Turn ignition off. Locate Schrader valve on fuel rail, above accumulator. Remove Schrader valve cap. Place a shop towel under Schrader valve. Cover Schrader valve with a shop rag. Open Schrader valve to release fuel pressure.
Range Rover - Turn ignition off. Fuel pressure can be relieved at fuel feed fitting at fuel rail. Position cloth around fitting to catch fuel spray. Using 2 wrenches, loosen fitting, allowing fuel system to depressurize.