OEM 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Fuel Rail

2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Fuel Rail Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: What are the Safety Precautions and Steps for Servicing the Fuel Rail on 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

  A: The fuel injector supply manifold requires safety precautions while servicing because its mixtures possess high flammability thus preventing lighting up a cigarette or using open flames near fuel components. Users must disconnect fuel components and lines only after they progressively release all system pressure to minimize hazards from remaining high fuel pressure despite the engine shutdown. Suppliers operating from the manifold should execute their leverage activities without causing any manifold damage. Initiate the procedure by stripping out the intake manifold followed by the separation of the spring lock coupling from the fuel tube next to unfastening the bracket bolt on the LH valve cover. The technician disconnects the fuel pressure/temperature sensor electrical and vacuum connections in addition to the fuel pulse damper vacuum hose. Unplug the six fuel injector electric connectors but note that only one connector is displayed since all other connectors remain equivalent in appearance. Disassemble the fuel injection supply manifold and the fuel injectors by taking both components as one unit while extracting the fuel injectors. O-ring seals made from a material that resists fuel need to be used for installation because ordinary seals may result in leaks in the fuel system. It is essential to use new O-ring seals. Install new fasteners on the fuel line after lubricating its O-ring seals with engine oil and completing the installation by following the reverse order of removal.