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Relieving Fuel Pressure

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CAUTION: DO NOT perform this procedure when engine is hot. Doing so may have an adverse effect on catalytic convertor.
  1. Place transmission in Neutral (M/T) or Park (A/T). Set parking brake and block drive wheels. Disconnect fuel pump relay. Fuel pump relay is located in underhood fuse/relay box.
  2. Remove fuel filler cap to release fuel vapor pressure in fuel tank. Reinstall fuel filler cap. Start engine and let run until it stalls. After engine stalls, crank engine 2-3 times for about 3 seconds to dissipate remaining fuel pressure in fuel lines. To restore normal operation, reinstall fuel pump relay.