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FUEL SYSTEM BLEEDING - LOW PRESSURE, DIESEL ENGINE
Special Tools
Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fuel Pressure Test Kit 310-D009 (D95L-7211-A)
WARNING: 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.
WARNING: 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.
YMMS: Feb 16, 2021
Engine: 6.4L Eng License:
VIN: Odometer:
2009 Ford Pickup F250 Super Duty
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WARNING: 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.
1. Remove the Schrader valve cap.
Fig 1: Locating Schrader Valve Cap
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the degas bottle
cap to install the special tool onto the Schrader valve. If the
degas bottle cap is removed, cap off the degas bottle to
prevent foreign material from entering the degas bottle.
2. Install the special tool onto the Schrader valve.
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Fig 2: Installing Special Tool (310-D009) Onto Schrader Valve
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3. Turn the ignition key ON without starting the engine.
4. Wait 30 seconds for the fuel conditioning module to run.
5. Turn the ignition key OFF.
6. Repeat Steps 3, 4 and 5 six times before starting the engine.
7. Turn the ignition key ON and make sure fuel system pressure is within the specified range. For
additional information, refer to SPECIFICATIONS INDEX .
8. Turn the ignition key OFF.
NOTE: Open the drain valve slowly to relieve the fuel
system pressure. This may drain fuel from the system. Place
the fuel in a suitable container.
9. Once the fuel system pressure test is complete, open the drain valve on the special tool and relieve
the fuel system pressure.
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Fig 3: Opening Manual Valve On Special Tool (310-D009) & Relieve Fuel Pressure
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10. Install the Schrader valve cap.
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Fig 4: Locating Schrader Valve Cap
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