Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Engine Compartment (Fuel Pipes)

FUEL HOSE/PIPES REPLACEMENT - ENGINE COMPARTMENT (FUEL PIPES)

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure.
2. Disconnect the engine fuel pipes from the engine fuel flex hoses.
3. Remove the engine fuel pipes fasteners located on the engine.
4. Use a backup wrench and disconnect the engine fuel pipes from the fuel rail.




5. Remove the engine fuel pipes.
6. Remove the O-rings (2) from the fuel rail and pipes connections.
7. Separate the bundle if replacing a single pipe.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Assemble the fuel pipe bundle.
2. Install new O-rings (2) to the fuel rail and pipes connections.
3. Connect the engine fuel pipes to the fuel rail.
4. Install the engine fuel pipes fasteners located on the engine.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the fuel bundle fasteners to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

5. Secure the fuel bundle to the fuel rail.

Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

6. Connect the engine fuel pipes to the engine fuel flex hoses.
7. Pull back on fuel lines to ensure they are properly connected.
8. Connect the negative battery cable.
9. Inspect for leaks using the following procedure:
1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds.
2. Inspect for fuel leaks.
3. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
4. Turn ON the ignition.