Chuck wrote:
> Some of the 99's had a problem with the pressure relief valve/regulator in
> the tank leaking down. Unfortunately, the factory leakdown test only
> detected gross leak down problems, not ones that might occur over more than
> 24hours. In any event, a revised replacement valve was made, and should be
> what you will get if you order a new one. I still think the no return line
> system used on the 99 and later NB's is a mistake.
> Replacing the valve requires normal hand tools, an open well vented area
> away from any source of ignition, and reasonably high humidity.
> The top must be up, and the rear deck rug and access plate removed. The
> whole fuel pump/tank sensor/regulator assembly comes out from the top of the
> tank as a unit. Some of the roll bars may be in the way.
>
> The easiest way to measure fuel pressure on a 99 is to order the short hose
> assembly with quick release fittings that is used on the passenger side of
> the engine down by the frame. You cut the hose and insert a tee and a FP
> gauge. Since some of the hoses were plastic, you may need to substitute
> rubber hose and clamps if you are using the hose that came on the car. You
> are really buying the hose assembly to get the quick disconnect fittings.
> The fittings by themselves may be available now-- they were not when I last
> got into this area in about 2002.
>
Great info + thank you for the effort.

Seems like something I might give a go once we get more humane
tempratures (like above freezing).

Kind regards
Bruno