Fuel system - depressurising

Warning: The fuel system will remain pressurised after the engine is switched off. Comply with relevant safety precautions during this operation and refer to the “Safety First” Section at the beginning of this manual before proceeding 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.

2 Position a suitable container beneath the fuel filter.

3 Cover the outlet union on the filter with a wad of absorbent cloth to minimise the risk of fuel spray, then slowly loosen the outlet union and allow the pressure to dissipate.

4 Tighten the union on completion unless the filter is to be renewed.

5 The system will remain depressurised until the fuel pump is primed prior to starting the engine. Remove the container and cloth on completion.

    See also:

    CVH engines
    CVH (Compound Valve angle, Hemispherical combustion chambers) engines are of four cylinder in-line overhead camshaft type, mounted transversely, together with the transmission, at the front of the ...

    Load apportioning valve P100 models) - removal and refitting
    Caution: Refer to the precautions in Section 1. Removal 1 Chock the front wheels, jack up the rear of the vehicle and support on axle stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support”). 2 The load appor ...

    Fuel injector (1.6 and 1.8 litre (R6A type) CVH) - removal and refitting
    Caution: Refer to the precautions in Section 1 before proceeding. 1.6 litre Note: New fuel injector seals must be used on refitting. 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Remove the air cle ...