SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: HDi DIRECT INJECTION SYSTEM
Safety requirements.
After the engine has stopped, wait 30 seconds before any intervention.
Preamble.
NOTE: This waiting time is necessary in order to allow the high pressure
fuel circuit to return to atmospheric pressure.
All interventions on the injection system must be carried out to conform
with the following requirements and regulations:
- Competent health authorities.
- Accident prevention.
- Environmental protection.
Cleanliness requirements.
Preliminary operations.
IMPERATIVE: The technician should wear clean overall.
WARNING: Repairs must be carried out by specialised personnel
informed of the safety requirements and of the precautions to be
taken.
Before working on the injection system, it may be necessary to
clean the apertures of the following sensitive componen (refer to
corresponding procedures):
- Fuel filter.
- Fuel high pressure pump.
- Fuel high pressure common injection rail.
- Fuel high pressure pipes
- Diesel injector carriers.
Safety requirements.
IMPERATIVE: Take into account the very high pressures in the high
pressure fuel circuit (1600 bars), and respect the requirements
below:
- No smoking in proximity to the high pressure circuit when work is being
carried out.
- Avoid working close to flame or sparks.
IMPERATIVE: After dismantling, immediately block the apertures of
sensitive components with plugs, to avoid the entry of impurities.
Work area:
- The work area must be clean and free of clutter.
- Components being worked on must be protected from dust.
Engine running:
- Do not work on the high pressure fuel circuit.
- Always stay clear of the trajectory of any possible jet of fuel, which could
cause serious injuries.
- Do not place your hand close to any leak in the high pressure fuel circuit.
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