Removal Procedure
- Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to
Fuel Pressure Relief.
- Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) pipe (1) quick connect fitting from the purge solenoid. Refer to
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
- Disconnect the fuel feed pipe (2) from the fuel rail. Refer to
Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
- Cap or plug the fuel feed pipe, fuel rail and EVAP line to in order to system prevent contamination.
- Remove the fuel feed and evaporative emission (EVAP) pipe clip from the oil level indicator tube bracket.
- Ensure that the area around the brake pipe connections is free of dirt and/or debris.
- Remove the brake pipes from the brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV), if equipped.
- Remove the brake pipes from the proportioning valve, if equipped.
- Cap or plug the BMPV or the proportioning valve in order to prevent system contamination.
- Remove the fuel tank. Refer to
Fuel Tank Replacement.
- Remove the brake hose clips (2) from both the right and left brake hose brackets.
- Remove the right and left brake pipes (1) from the brake hoses. (left side shown, right side similar).
- Remove the pipe clips (1) from the following:
• | Rear suspension lower control arm bracket |
• | Left hand brace floor panel tunnel |
- Remove the pipe clips (1) from the following:
• | Floor panel number 4 cross bar |
• | Right hand brace floor panel tunnel |
- Remove the pipe clip (2) from the floor panel rear reinforcement.
- Have an assistant support the fuel feed, EVAP, and brake pipe assembly.
- Remove the pipe clip (1) from the underbody side rail.
- Remove the pipe clip (2) from the floor panel tunnel brace stud.
- Remove the pipe clip (3) from the floor panel tunnel brace stud.
- Remove the pipe clips (4) from the floor panel studs.
- Remove the fuel feed, EVAP, and brake pipe assembly from the vehicle and place on a suitable work surface.
- Disconnect the EVAP canister purge line (6) from the EVAP line. Refer to
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
- Remove the retaining clip (1) from the lines.
- Open the clips (4 and 7), and remove the EVAP line (3) from the clips.
- Inspect and replace and damaged clips.
Installation Procedure
- Install the EVAP line (3) to the clips and close the clips (4 and 7).
- Install the retaining clip (1) to the lines.
- Connect the EVAP canister purge line (6) to the EVAP line. Refer to
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
- With the aid of an assistant, install the fuel feed, EVAP, and brake pipe assembly to the vehicle.
- Install the pipe clips (4) to the floor panel studs.
- Install the pipe clip (3) to the floor panel tunnel brace stud.
- Install the pipe clip (2) to the floor panel tunnel brace stud.
- Install the pipe clip (1) to the underbody side rail.
- Install the pipe clip (2) to the floor panel rear reinforcement.
- Install the pipe clips (1) from the following:
• | Floor panel number 4 cross bar |
• | Right hand brace floor panel tunnel |
- Install the pipe clips (1) to the following:
• | Rear suspension lower control arm bracket |
• | Left hand brace floor panel tunnel |
- Install the right and left brake pipes (1) to the brake hoses. (left side shown, right side similar).
- Install the brake hose clips (2) to both the right and left brake hose brackets.
- Install the fuel tank. Refer to
Fuel Tank Replacement.
- Remove the cap or plug from the BMPV or the proportioning valve.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the brake pipes to the proportioning valve, if equipped, and tighten to
20 N·m (15 lb ft).
- Install the brake pipes to the BPMV, if equipped, and tighten to
20 N·m (15 lb ft).
- Install the fuel feed and EVAP pipe clip to the oil level indicator tube bracket.
- Remove the cap or plug from the fuel feed pipe, fuel rail and EVAP line.
- Connect the fuel feed pipe (2) to the fuel rail. Refer to
Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
- Connect the EVAP pipe (1) to the purge solenoid. Refer to
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
- Inspect for fuel leaks using the following procedure:
23.1. | Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds. |
23.2. | Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds. |
23.3. | Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. |
23.4. | Inspect for fuel leaks. |