12-13-2017,
I have a small leak on the line from the rail into the head, having not opened the fuel system there, do I need to release pressure in the line before hand or does it depressurize when the engine is off?
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(12-13-2017 )Signature620 Wrote: [ -> ]You abaolutely have to relieve the pressure. Do this by loosening the line between the fuel pump and rail at the rail end. 35ftlb is the tension for it.
(12-13-2017 )Rounded_nut Wrote: [ -> ]I have a small leak on the line from the rail into the head, having not opened the fuel system there, do I need to release pressure in the line before hand or does it depressurize when the engine is off?
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(12-13-2017 )Rawze Wrote: [ -> ](12-13-2017 )Rounded_nut Wrote: [ -> ]I have a small leak on the line from the rail into the head, having not opened the fuel system there, do I need to release pressure in the line before hand or does it depressurize when the engine is off?
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As others have said, relieve the pressure with the proper procedure or seek professional help. The fuel system on those common rail engines is extremely dangerous. Fuel pressures are so high, they can slice through flesh and bone if not dealt with properly.
(12-14-2017 )Signature620 Wrote: [ -> ]The shape of the nut you use to relieve the pressure is designed to eject fuel away from you. There's very little danger involved in loosening the line correctly shortly after shutting the engine down.