Fuel System Pressure Relief

GM Cavalier/Sunfire 1995-2000 Repair Guide

See Figure 1

Fig. 1: Open the cover for power distribution

box and remove the fuel pump relay while
the engine is running to relieve the fuel
pressure

1. Loosen the fuel filler cap to relieve tank pressure (do not tighten at this
time).
2. Start the engine and let it idle.
3. Remove the fuel pump relay from the power distribution block in the engine
compartment.
4. Let the engine run until the fuel supply remaining in the fuel pipes is
consumed. Engage the starter for 3 seconds to assure relief of any remaining
pressure.
5. Replace the fuel pump fuse in the fuse block.
6. Disconnect the negative battery cable to avoid possible fuel discharge if an
accidental attempt is made to start the engine.