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DISCUSSION => Engine + Driveline => Topic started by: cncmastr on October 23, 2011, 07:23:13 AM

Title: Mess under intake
Post by: cncmastr on October 23, 2011, 07:23:13 AM

Hi Guys,

I started to tackle this and I am trying to remove the lower intake manifold but the fuel rail is still connected. I did NOT de-pressurize the fuel system and something tells me that I won't get this apart until I do. The problem is I cant start the engine with the upper intake disconnected and some of the vacuum hoses and coolant hoses apart, that will not only make a mess but I am sure is not good to run with all of this stuff apart.

Question: Is there any other way to de-pressurize the system?

Or do I have to go put everything back together, de-pressurize and then start over?

JP

Title: Mess under intake
Post by: KenC on October 23, 2011, 09:13:35 AM

It'll leak, but just yank the fuel feed and return lines.  You don't need to depressurize it.

Title: Mess under intake
Post by: Nelson_40 on October 23, 2011, 01:37:09 PM

Just be aware that the excess fuel will drip down near the starter and other electrical components. So, I suggest disconnecting the battery, putting some rags under where it will leak and disconnecting the lines.  The total amount of fuel that leaked out on me when I used this method was under 1/8 cup.

Title: Mess under intake
Post by: cncmastr on October 24, 2011, 01:51:47 PM

Thanks guys for your help! Once I de-pressurize it, the injectors will come out right?

Title: Mess under intake
Post by: jrobie79 on October 24, 2011, 03:01:35 PM

they are clipped in at the base, its pretty easy to see once you have it apart

Title: Mess under intake
Post by: victor.askew on November 13, 2011, 02:36:46 AM

No need to remove the injectors. Leave them in place( on their manifold) and unbolt the     2nd manifold that holds them in place, pull it up and out and then you have access to the vac hose mess under it.

Title: Mess under intake
Post by: cyborgben on November 14, 2011, 01:44:03 PM

prolly want to think about upgrading to 4 hole injectors now.... cheap upgrade.
search for ford mustang injectors if you dont know what i mean.