Fuel System

Risk of Explosion, Poisoning and Injury 

• When working on the fuel injection system (e.g. fuel injectors, pressure lines, rail, high pressure pump, etc.) when the engine is running, or within 30 seconds after switching the engine OFF, fuel may flow out at a high pressure. When opening the pressurized system, there is a risk of explosion due to very finely sprayed fuel coming into contact with an ignition source.
• Fuels are highly flammable and poisonous when ingested.

Risk of Injury 

Highly pressurized fuel may penetrate deep into the skin and destroy the tissue. Fuel can get into blood circulation and can lead blood poisoning.

Safety Instructions/Precautions 

• Keep sources of ignition such as sparks, cigarettes or open flames away from fuel.
• Never carry out any work on the system when it is pressurized.
• Wear suitable protective clothing.