Section 03-04A: Fuel Charging and Controls—3.8L
1994 Mustang Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Fuel Pressure Regulator

 

Removal

  1. Perform Steps 1 through 4 under Fuel Charging System, Pre-Service Procedures if removing fuel pressure regulator (9C968) while fuel injection supply manifold (9F792) is installed on engine.
  1. Remove vacuum line at fuel pressure regulator .
  1. Remove two Allen retaining screws from fuel pressure regulator housing.
  1. Remove fuel pressure regulator , fuel pressure regulator return seal and O-rings. Discard fuel pressure regulator and inspect O-rings for signs of cracks or deterioration.
  1. If scraping is necessary, be careful not to damage the sealing surfaces of the fuel pressure regulator or fuel injection supply manifold .
 

Installation

NOTE: Never use silicone grease. Silicone grease will clog the fuel injectors (9F593) .

  1. Lubricate fuel pressure regulator O-rings with engine oil.
  1. Ensure seal surfaces of fuel pressure regulator and fuel injection supply manifold are clean.
  1. Install O-rings and new fuel pressure regulator return seal on fuel pressure regulator .
  1. Install fuel pressure regulator on fuel injection supply manifold . Tighten retaining bolts to 3.0-4.5 Nm (27-40 lb-in).
  1. Install vacuum line to fuel injection supply manifold .
  1. Perform Steps 1 through 6 under Fuel Charging System, Post-Service Procedures.