> I just received my '99 FSM (compliments of eBay)and was looking
> over the fuel system pressure release procedure on pp. 14-10 and
> 14-11. I was wondering if this procedure needs to be followed to the
> letter. TIA
My Hayne's manual also states to 'relieve' the fuel system of pressure
before doing anything to the fuel system, including changing the fuel
filter. All I really do it take the gas cap off. I have never had a problem
with fuel system pressure when changing the fuel filter, or even when I
recently changed a fuel hose. Both times, just about 2 ounces of gas comes
out(not exploding out either, just spills out slowly) of the line(s). I have
changed the fuel filter in my Dak 7-8 times, without 'bleeding' or
'relieving' the fuel pressuire.....and I havent had ANY problems, like I
said above. Not sure on the newer Daks, but on mine I have a little pressure
bleed valve on on the back on the engine on the driver's side. It have a cap
and resembles a valve stem from a tire; works the same way too.
Kyle
93 Dakota 4x4 V6
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