Fuel pressure regulator (1.6L Zetec-SE/1.4L)

Withdrawal

WARNING: Do not smoke or walk with a lit cigarette or any type of open flame while working on or near fuel related items. In such situations, there are always highly flammable mixtures that can ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury.

1. Relieve pressure in the fuel supply system. See Section 310-00 for more information.

2. Disconnect the vacuum line of the fuel pressure regulator.



3.

NOTE: Fuel line connectors are painted white or identified by a white rim. Fuel return line connectors are colored red or identified by a red rim.

Disconnect the fuel return line.

• 1. Pull back on the clip to release the latch.
• 2. Lift the connector to free the line.

4. Remove the fuel pressure regulator.




5. Remove the O-ring and discard it as no longer needed.

Installation

WARNING: Do not smoke or walk with a lit cigarette or any type of open flame while working on or near fuel related items. In such situations, there are always highly flammable mixtures that can ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury.

CAUTION: Do not use silicone grease to lubricate the O-rings, as this lubricant can clog fuel injectors.

NOTE: Install a new fuel pressure regulator O-ring oil seal.

1. Replace the elements in reverse order. Lubricate the fuel pressure regulator O-ring with clean engine oil.