2.0-/2.3L DOHC engine
Removal
Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
Caution: When the battery is disconnected, the contents of electronic memory devices, such as engine fault codes or radio codes, are erased. Before disconnecting, also read the instructions in the chapter "Removal and installation the battery".
Disconnect the plug connectors of the valve injectors.
Relieve the fuel pressure. To do this, at the service station, a special tool (FORD 23-033) is placed against the valve on the fuel manifold (remove the valve cover). After this, carefully open the valve, and the fuel pressure is released. Finally, the special tool is removed and the valve is closed with a cover.
If a special tool is not available, carefully disconnect the fuel line. First, cover the connection point with a thick clean cloth.
Safety note: The fuel system is under pressure! Before loosening the fuel line connections, place a thick, clean cloth around the connection. Then release the fuel pressure by carefully loosening the connection.
Loosen the fastener and remove the fuel pressure regulator from the fuel manifold.
Unscrew and remove the connecting fitting from the fuel manifold.
Loosen the fastener and remove the fuel manifold.
Remove the valve injector mounting bolts.
Remove the valve injectors.
Installation
Place 2 new sealing rings on each valve injector at the top and bottom and insert the injectors into the fuel manifold. Lubricate the sealing rings with clean engine oil before installation.
Tighten the valve injectors to the fuel manifold to a torque of 6 Nm.
Place the fuel manifold and tighten the fastening to a torque of 10 Nm.
Connect the fuel hose to the fuel manifold and tighten the fastening to a torque of 6 Nm.
Insert the fuel pressure regulator and tighten the fastener.
Connect the plug connectors of the valve injectors.
Connect the battery ground (-) cable.
Set the clock.
If required, enter the radio theft protection code.
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