Fuel pressure regulator - removal and refitting
Note: Refer to the precautions at the end of Section 1 before proceeding. A new sealing ring will be required on refitting.
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Depressurise the fuel system as described in Section 6.
3 Disconnect the fuel return hose from the regulator. Be prepared for fuel spillage and take adequate fire precautions (see illustration).
8.3 Fuel pressure regulator assembly - 1.6 EFI engine
A Regulator
B Fuel return hose
(to tank)
C Vacuum hose
D Securing bolts
4 Disconnect the vacuum hose from the regulator.
5 Unscrew the two securing bolts and withdraw the regulator from the fuel rail.
6 Recover the sealing ring.
Refitting
7 Refitting is a reversal of removal, but use a
new sealing ring, and on completion, switch
the ignition on and off five times without
cranking the engine and check for fuel leaks.
See also:
Steering column - removal, overhaul and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
2 Turn the ignition key and rotate the steering
wheel to bring the front roadwheels to the
straight-ahead position.
3 Working within the engine ...
Heater unit - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 If the coolant is still hot, release the
pressure in the system by slowly unscrewing
the expansion tank cap. Place a thick rag over
the cap to pr ...
Servicing your tires
Checking the tire pressure
Use an accurate tire pressure gauge.
Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has been
parked for at least one hour or has been driven less tha ...
