- Remove the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) dirty air hose (716).
- Remove the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge solenoid valve (730), bracket (741), and tube (729).
- Note the location of the fuel rail ground strap (557).
- Remove the fuel rail bolts (511) and ground strap (557).
- Remove the fuel rail (510) with injectors. Lift evenly on both sides of the fuel rail until all injectors have left their bores.
- Remove the fuel injector retainers (521) and fuel injectors (533), as required.
- Remove the O-rings (532, 534) from the injectors, as required.
Warning: Refer to Fuel Rail Stop Bracket Installation Warning in the Preface section.
Caution:
• Remove the fuel rail assembly carefully in order to prevent damage to the injector electrical connector terminals and the injector spray tips. Support the fuel rail after the fuel rail is removed in order to avoid damaging the fuel rail components. • Cap the fittings and plug the holes when servicing the fuel system in order to prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering open pipes and passages.
Note: The intake manifold, throttle body, fuel injection rail and fuel injectors may be removed as an assembly. If not servicing the individual components, remove the intake manifold as a complete assembly.
Note:
• Do not separate the fuel injectors from the fuel rail, unless component service is required. • Use cleanliness and care when handling the fuel system components. • Do not allow dirt or debris to enter the fuel injectors or fuel rail components. Cap ends, as necessary.
