Ford 1997 Aerostar Workshop Manual page 131

1997 Aerostar/Ranger
14. CAUTION: When disconnecting the speed control cable from the ball stud, use a
screwdriver (or similar tool) close to the stud and pry slowly. Pulling by hand can damage the
cable.
Remove the accelerator control splash shield pushpins and the shield. Disconnect the accelerator
and speed control cables from the ball stud at the throttle body. Remove the speed control cable from
the locator at the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) transducer bracket. Remove the bolts retaining the
accelerator cable bracket to the intake manifold. Remove the speed control cable from the locator.
Position the bracket and cables out of the way.
15. WARNING: FUEL SUPPLY LINES ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FUEL INJECTED
ENGINES REMAIN PRESSURIZED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME AFTER ENGINE SHUTDOWN.
FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MUST BE RELIEVED PRIOR TO FUEL SYSTEM SERVICE, TO
PREVENT POSSIBLE INJURY.
Remove the protective cap from the fuel pressure relief valve. Connect Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI)
Fuel Pressure Gauge (EFI/CFI) T80L-9974-B to the fuel pressure relief valve on the fuel injection
supply manifold. Place the end of the adapter in a suitable container. Open the manual valve of the
tool to relieve the pressure. Close the manual valve and disconnect the tool from the relief valve.
Remove the container and install the protective cap on the relief valve.
16. Remove the safety clips from the pressure and return fuel line spring lock couplings at the chassis-to-
engine connections (lower left side of the engine).
17. NOTE: Inspect the couplings for missing or damaged O-rings. If either O-ring is damaged,
both O-rings must be replaced. Replace the O-rings or garter springs only with the appropriate
replacement parts.
Position a Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool D87L-9280-A (3/8-inch), D87L-9280-B (1/2-inch) on
the couplings. Push the tool into the cage opening to release the fitting from the garter spring.
Remove the tool and pull the coupling apart. Install protective caps over the fuel lines.
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