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Fuel System Pressure Test

Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0025503Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
 Fuel Pressure Test Kit 310-D009 (D95L-7211A)
WARNING: Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or have an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Before working on or disconnecting any of the fuel tubes or fuel system components, relieve the fuel system pressure to prevent accidental spraying of fuel. Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure, even when the engine is not running. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Do not carry personal electronic devices such as cell phones, pagers or audio equipment of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: When handling fuel, always observe fuel handling precautions and be prepared in the event of fuel spillage. Spilled fuel may be ignited by hot vehicle components or other ignition sources. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
  1. Remove the cap from the fuel pressure relief valve located on the fuel rail.
    2. Fig 1: Schrader Valve Cap
    GF0022989Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the special tool onto the fuel pressure relief valve.
    3. Fig 2: Installing Special Tool (310-D009) Onto Fuel Pressure Relief Valve
    GF0046989Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Test the fuel system pressure to make sure it is within the specified range. For additional information, refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
    4. NOTE: Open the drain valve slowly to relieve the fuel system pressure. This may drain fuel from the system. Place fuel in a suitable container.
  4. Upon completion of the fuel system pressure test, open the drain valve on the special tool and relieve the fuel system pressure.
    5. Fig 3: Opening Manual Valve On Special Tool (310-D009) & Relieving Fuel Pressure
    GF0046990Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: It may take more than one key cycle to pressurize the fuel system.
  5. Cycle the ignition key and wait 3 seconds to pressurize the fuel system. Check for leaks before starting the engine.
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