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Squeak/Rattle Noise from Eng Compartment or Cab Floor (Reposition CNG Fuel Line)

Subject:Squeak and Rattle Noise from Engine Compartment or Cab Floor (Reposition CNG Medium Pressure Fuel Line)

Models:1997-98 Chevrolet and GMC Bi-fuel (CNG) C Models



Condition

Some owners may comment on a squeak or rattle noise coming from the engine compartment or from the floor of the cab.

Cause


Object Number: 545815  Size: SH

During installation or after major repairs, improper orientation of the CNG medium pressure fuel line may cause the line to contact the body flange (1) in the transmission tunnel area. This contact may result in a squeak or rattle condition.

Correction

Verify that the transmission harness and the High Pressure Regulator (HPR) coolant hoses are properly routed and do not interfere with the CNG medium pressure fuel line. If interference exists, reposition the CNG medium pressure fuel line using the following procedure and the part number listed below.


    Object Number: 545817  Size: SH
  1. Remove the three-way clamp (1) from the CNG and the gasoline fuel lines. Discard the clamp.

  2. Object Number: 545816  Size: SH
  3. Using a 3/4 inch open-end wrench at the underhood (UH) fuel line union, carefully reposition the fuel line by turning the wrench clockwise until the fuel line contacts the transmission case.
  4. Verify that the line has been repositioned and that there is about 12.7 mm (1/2 in) clearance between the body flange and the line. The line should run parallel to the gasoline fuel lines.

  5. Object Number: 620323  Size: SH
  6. Install one new retainer on the CNG and the gasoline fuel lines near the distributor in the UH area.

  7. Object Number: 620325  Size: SH
  8. Install one new retainer on the CNG and the gasoline fuel lines behind the HO2S connector clip in the underbody area.

Parts Information

Part Number

Description

Qty

15603848

Retainer, CNG & Fuel Feed & Rtn Pipe

2

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation

Description

Labor Time

J8364

Line, High Pressure Regulator to Intake Manifold Union - Adjust

0.4 hr