Fuel System Pressure Release

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION Fuel System Pressure Release
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Fuel system pressure release procedure not available from manufacturer. It may be possible to remove fuel pump relay, start engine, and run engine until fuel pressure drops (engine stalls). See DME & FUEL PUMP RELAY LOCATION  table.

DME & FUEL PUMP RELAY LOCATION (1)

Application Location
3-Series
Z3
DME Relay Right Rear Corner Of Engine Compartment, Next To DME PCM
Fuel Pump Relay Under Left Side Of Instrument Panel, Next To Kick Panel
E46
DME Relay Left Rear Corner Of Engine Compartment, In Relay/PCM Box
Fuel Pump Relay Behind Glove Box
5-Series & 7-Series
DME Relay Right Rear Corner Of Engine Compartment, Next To DME PCM
Fuel Pump Relay Right Side Of Trunk
(1) For relay location illustration, see RELAYS under RELAYS & SOLENOIDS in SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING article.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.