Fuel Pressure Sensor: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Battery.

WARNING: DO NOT SMOKE, CARRY LIGHTED TOBACCO OR OPEN FLAME OF ANY TYPE WHEN WORKING ON OR NEAR ANY FUEL-RELATED COMPONENT. HIGHLY FLAMMABLE MIXTURES ARE ALWAYS PRESENT AND MAY BE IGNITED, RESULTING IN POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.

2. Perform the Fuel Pressure Release procedure.

NOTE: This step is required only if the fuel pressure sensor and the fuel injection supply manifold are installed on the engine.







3. Remove the vacuum line at the fuel pressure sensor.







4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the fuel pressure sensor.







5. Remove the screws and the fuel pressure sensor.







6. Inspect the O-rings. Replace as required.

INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

CAUTION: Never use silicone grease. Silicone grease will clog the fuel injector. Lubricate O-rings with clean engine oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G.

NOTE: Clean the sealing surfaces of the fuel pressure sensor and the fuel injection supply manifold.