Fuel Pressure Release
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 8 other vehicles, including the 2002 Lexus SC 430, 2002 Lexus RX 300, 2002 Lexus LX 470, 2002 Lexus LS 430, and 2002 Lexus IS 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- On all models except RX300 and LX470, remove rear seat cushion and cover plate on floor panel for access to electrical connector for fuel pump. Disconnect electrical connector for fuel pump. This is electrical connector for fuel pump and fuel gauge sending unit. Go to step 4.
- On LX470, disconnect electrical connector for fuel pump. See Fig 1. This is electrical connector for fuel pump and fuel gauge sending unit. Go to step 4.
- On RX300, remove driver's side rear seat. Remove carpet and cover plate on floor panel for access to electrical connector for fuel pump. Disconnect electrical connector for fuel pump. This is electrical connector for fuel pump and fuel gauge sending unit and is located on top of fuel tank, near fuel pump. Go to next step.
- On all models, start engine and allow engine to idle until engine stalls. Turn ignition off. Reinstall electrical connector for fuel pump and any removed components.
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Place suitable container under fuel line connection. Cover fuel line connection with shop towel. Slowly loosen fuel line connection, allowing any fuel pressure to be released. Once fuel pressure is released, fuel system components may be serviced.