Fuel System - General Information — 2.5L Duratec-HE 310-00A-1 (122kW/165PS) - MI4 310-00A-1 SECTION 310-00A Fuel System - General Information — 2.5L Duratec-HE (122kW/165PS) - MI4 VEHICLE APPLICATION: 2011.50 Ranger CONTENTS PAGE GENERAL PROCEDURES Fuel System Pressure Release Fuel Tank Draining Quick Release Coupling 310-00A-2 310-00A-4 310-00A-7 Fuel System - General Information — 2.5L Duratec-HE 310-00A-2 (122kW/165PS) - MI4 310-00A-2 GENERAL PROCEDURES Fuel System Pressure Release Pressure release WARNINGS: 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 Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation) 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 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 Remove the fuse P56 (fuel pump relay) from the junction box panel 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 Start and run the engine at idle speed until the engine stops After the engine stalls, crank the engine for approximately seconds to make sure the fuel rail pressure has been released 2011.50 Ranger G1273994en Fuel System - General Information — 2.5L Duratec-HE 310-00A-3 (122kW/165PS) - MI4 310-00A-3 GENERAL PROCEDURES Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position When the fuel system service is complete, install the fuse P56 (fuel pump relay) to the junction box panel NOTE: It may take more than one key cycle to pressurize the fuel system Cycle the ignition key and wait seconds to pressurize the fuel system Check for leaks before starting the engine Start the vehicle and check the fuel system for leaks 2011.50 Ranger G1273994en Fuel System - General Information — 2.5L Duratec-HE 310-00A-4 310-00A-4 (122kW/165PS) - MI4 GENERAL PROCEDURES Fuel Tank Draining General Equipment Fuel Tank Draining Equipment Remove the fuel filler cap slowly The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise, fuel may spray out Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury Draining WARNINGS: 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 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 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 2011.50 Ranger 10 Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation) 11 Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures) 12 Refer to: Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation) 13 Remove the left-hand rear wheel and tire Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation) NOTE: Vehicles with load box 14 G1273996en Fuel System - General Information — 2.5L Duratec-HE 310-00A-5 (122kW/165PS) - MI4 310-00A-5 GENERAL PROCEDURES 15 NOTE: Make sure that the clamp is installed to the same orientation as when removed 16 NOTE: Follow the operating instructions supplied by the equipment manufacturer General Equipment: Fuel Tank Draining Equipment NOTE: Vehicles with aluminium tray Insert the fuel tank drain hose into the fuel tank hose 2011.50 Ranger G1273996en Fuel System - General Information — 2.5L Duratec-HE 310-00A-6 (122kW/165PS) - MI4 310-00A-6 GENERAL PROCEDURES 17 NOTE: Make sure that the clamp is installed to the same orientation as when removed 18 NOTE: Follow the operating instructions supplied by the equipment manufacturer Insert the fuel tank drain hose into the fuel tank hose General Equipment: Fuel Tank Draining Equipment 2011.50 Ranger G1273996en Fuel System - General Information — 2.5L Duratec-HE 310-00A-7 (122kW/165PS) - MI4 310-00A-7 GENERAL PROCEDURES Quick Release Coupling Disconnection WARNINGS: 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 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 component damage may occur Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or tubes NOTE: When reusing liquid or vapor tube connectors, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the tube or connector retaining clip may occur Apply clean engine oil to the end of the tube before inserting the tube into the connector 19 Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release (310-00 Fuel System - General Information 2.5L Duratec-HE (122kW/165PS) - MI4, General Procedures) 20 Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures) 21 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 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 Connect 22 Remove the fuel filler cap slowly The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise, fuel may spray out Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury Do not repair the fuel lines If the fuel lines are found to damaged, a new component must be installed NOTE: Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances It is essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components or 2011.50 Ranger G1508568en Fuel System - General Information — 2.5L Duratec-HE 310-00A-8 (122kW/165PS) - MI4 310-00A-8 GENERAL PROCEDURES 23 24 WARNING: Make sure that all fuel connections are checked for leaks NOTE: This step is only neccessary if a new component is installed 2011.50 Ranger G1508568en