Steel fuel lines - These are welded steel tubes, meeting GM specifications 124-M, or its equivalent. The fuel feed line is 3/8 inches diameter and the fuel return line is 5/16 inches diameter. Do not use copper or aluminum tubing to replace steel tubing. Those materials do not have satisfactory durability to withstand normal vehicle vibration.
Coupled hose - Do not repair the hoses. Replace them only as an assembly.
Uncoupled hose - Use only reinforced fuel resistant hose, made of Fluoroelastomer material. Do not use a hose within 4 inches (100 mm) of any part of the exhaust system, or within 10 inches (2154 mm) of the catalytic converter. The hoses inside diameter must match the outside diameter of the steel tubing.
Clamps - These are stainless steel, screw bank-type clamps, #2494772, or equivalent.
Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.
9.1. | Use emery cloth in a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface. |
9.2. | Using a clean shop towel, wipe off the male tube ends. |
9.3. | Inspect all the connectors for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components/assemblies as required. |
Notice: If necessary, remove rust or burrs from the fuel pipes with an emery cloth. Use a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male tube ends. Inspect all the connections for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components and assemblies as required.
Caution: In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury, before connecting fuel pipe fittings, always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends.
This will ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak. During normal operation, the O-rings located in the female connector will swell and may prevent proper reconnection if not lubricated.Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Fuel pipe attaching nuts to 27 N·m (20 lb ft)
using a back-up wrench.
Tighten
Fuel pipe attaching nuts to 27 N·m (20 lb ft)
using a back-up wrench.
Leave caps on other end of pipes to prevent dirt from entering.
11.1. | Turn the ignition switch to the ON position for 2 seconds. |
11.2. | Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position for 10 seconds. |
11.3. | Again, turn the ignition switch to the ON position. |
11.4. | Check for fuel leaks. |
Steel fuel lines - These are welded steel tubes, meeting GM specifications 124-M, or its equivalent. The fuel feed line is 3/8 inches diameter and the fuel return line is 5/16 inches diameter. Do not use copper or aluminum tubing to replace steel tubing. Those materials do not have satisfactory durability to withstand normal vehicle vibration.
Coupled hose - Do not repair the hoses. Replace them only as an assembly.
Uncoupled hose - Use only reinforced fuel resistant hose, made of Fluoroelastomer material. Do not use a hose within 4 inches (100 mm) of any part of the exhaust system, or within 10 inches (2154 mm) of the catalytic converter. The hoses inside diameter must match the outside diameter of the steel tubing.
Clamps - These are stainless steel, screw bank-type clamps, #2494772, or equivalent.
Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.
10.1. | Use emery cloth in a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface. |
10.2. | Using a clean shop towel, wipe off the male tube ends. |
10.3. | Inspect all the connectors for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components/assemblies as required. |
Notice: If necessary, remove rust or burrs from the fuel pipes with an emery cloth. Use a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male tube ends. Inspect all the connections for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components and assemblies as required.
Caution: In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury, before connecting fuel pipe fittings, always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends.
This will ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak. During normal operation, the O-rings located in the female connector will swell and may prevent proper reconnection if not lubricated.Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Fuel pipe attaching nuts to 27 N·m (20 lb ft)
using a back-up wrench.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Fuel pipe attaching nuts to 27 N·m (20 lb ft)
using a back-up wrench.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Fuel pipe attaching nuts to 27 N·m (20 lb ft)
using a back-up wrench.
Leave caps on other end of pipes to prevent dirt from entering.
12.1. | Turn the ignition switch to the ON position for 2 seconds. |
12.2. | Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position for 10 seconds. |
12.3. | Again, turn the ignition switch to the ON position. |
12.4. | Check for fuel leaks. |
Steel fuel lines - These are welded steel tubes, meeting GM specifications 124-M, or its equivalent. The fuel feed line is 3/8 inches diameter and the fuel return line is 5/16 inches diameter. Do not use copper or aluminum tubing to replace steel tubing. Those materials do not have satisfactory durability to withstand normal vehicle vibration.
Coupled hose - Do not repair the hoses. Replace them only as an assembly.
Uncoupled hose - Use only reinforced fuel resistant hose, made of Fluoroelastomer material. Do not use a hose within 4 inches (100 mm) of any part of the exhaust system, or within 10 inches (2154 mm) of the catalytic converter. The hoses inside diameter must match the outside diameter of the steel tubing.
Clamps - These are stainless steel, screw bank-type clamps, #2494772, or equivalent.
Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.
10.1. | Use emery cloth in a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface. |
10.2. | Using a clean shop towel, wipe off the male tube ends. |
10.3. | Inspect all the connectors for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components/assemblies as required. |
Notice: If necessary, remove rust or burrs from the fuel pipes with an emery cloth. Use a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male tube ends. Inspect all the connections for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components and assemblies as required.
Caution: In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury, before connecting fuel pipe fittings, always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends.
This will ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak. During normal operation, the O-rings located in the female connector will swell and may prevent proper reconnection if not lubricated.Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Fuel pipe attaching nuts to 27 N·m (20 lb ft)
using a back-up wrench.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Fuel pipe attaching nuts to 27 N·m (20 lb ft)
using a back-up wrench.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Fuel pipe attaching nuts to 27 N·m (20 lb ft)
using a back-up wrench.
Leave caps on other end of pipes to prevent dirt from entering.
12.1. | Turn the ignition switch to the ON position for 2 seconds. |
12.2. | Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position for 10 seconds. |
12.3. | Again, turn the ignition switch to the ON position. |
12.4. | Check for fuel leaks. |