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Fuel Injector Replacement



FUEL INJECTOR REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED
- J 34730-1A Fuel Pressure Gage
- J 37088-A Tool Set, Fuel Line Quick Connect Separator

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove the fuel rail assembly.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector (3) for the fuel injector (1).
3. Remove the retaining clip (4) for the fuel injector (1).
4. Remove the fuel injector (1) from the fuel rail (7).

NOTE: Use care in removing the fuel injectors in order to prevent damage to the fuel injector electrical connector pins or the fuel injector nozzles. Do not immerse the fuel injector in any type of cleaner. The fuel injector is an electrical component and may be damaged by this cleaning method.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: If the fuel injectors are being removed for the replacement of the fuel rail, it is not necessary to replace the O-rings on the fuel injector. Replace the O-rings only if they are damage.




1. Apply a small amount of clean motor oil to the O-rings (2) and (10), before installing the new fuel injector.
2. Install the fuel injector (1) in the fuel rail (7).
3. Install the retaining clips for the fuel injector (4).
4. Reconnect the electrical connector (3) for the fuel injector (1).
5. Install the fuel rail assembly (7).
6. Inspect for leaks:
1. Turn the ignition switch ON for 2 seconds.
2. Turn the ignition switch OFF for 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch ON.
4. Inspect for fuel leaks.