Fuel Pump: Service Precautions
WARNING: When replacing fuel line parts, be sure to observe the following.
- Put a "CAUTION: FLAMMABLE" sign in workshop.
- Be sure to furnish workshop with a CO(2) fire extinguisher.
- Do not smoke while servicing fuel system. Keep open flames and sparks away from work area.
CAUTION:
- Before removing fuel line parts, carry out the following procedures:
a. Put drained fuel in an explosion-proof container and put the lid on securely.
b. Release fuel pressure from fuel line. Refer to "Fuel Pressure Release".
c. Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Always replace O-ring and clamps with new ones.
- Do not kink or twist tubes when they are being installed.
- Do not tighten hose clamps excessively to avoid damaging hoses.
- After installing tubes, run engine and check for fuel leaks at connections.
- Use only a genuine NISSAN fuel filler cap as a replacement. If an incorrect fuel filler cap is used, the MIL may come on.
- For inspection and installation of EVAP system parts, refer to "Evaporative Emission System".
- For inspection and installation of ORVR system parts, refer to "On Board Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR)".