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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1870783  Size: SH
  1. Remove the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement.
  2. Remove the intake manifold tube. Refer to Intake Manifold Tube Replacement.
  3. Remove the water outlet tube. Refer to Water Outlet Tube Replacement.
  4. Unbolt and reposition the air conditioning (A/C) compressor (with the hoses attached) to the right side of the engine compartment. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement.
  5. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor electrical connectors (1) and reposition the harness branches.

  6. Object Number: 1872933  Size: SH
  7. Disconnect the wiring harness extension electrical connector (1) from the fuel pressure regulator.

  8. Object Number: 1872010  Size: SH
  9. Reposition the fuel hose clamp (2) at the fuel injection fuel feed manifold.

  10. Object Number: 1872011  Size: SH
  11. Reposition the fuel hose clamp (3) at the fuel injection pump.
  12. Remove the fuel hose (4) from the fuel injection fuel feed manifold and injection pump.

  13. Object Number: 1872934  Size: SH
  14. Clean the fuel pressure regulator and high pressure injection pump thoroughly with solvent, such as GM P/N 12377981 (Canadian P/N 10953463) or equivalent.
  15. Using compressed air, thoroughly blow dry the regulator and pump.
  16. Remove the 3 fuel pressure regulator screws (1) using a T25 TORX®.
  17. Remove the fuel pressure regulator (2).
  18. If dirt or debris is found in the bore or seating surfaces of the fuel injection pump, perform the following:
  19. • Place a clean rag over the bore on order to collect the excess fuel.
    • Bump the engine over in order to flush any debris out of the regulator bore.

Installation Procedure

Note: If the pressure regulator is being re-used, check the O-rings for damage. If the O-rings are damaged, install NEW O-rings.


    Object Number: 1872934  Size: SH
  1. Lubricate and install NEW O-rings onto the regulator. Lubricate the O-rings with clean, NEW engine oil.
  2. Note: If the regulator is installed at an angle the O-rings may be damaged, resulting in possible fuel leakage.

  3. Install the fuel pressure regulator (2).
  4. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  5. Install the 3 fuel pressure regulator screws (1) using a T25 TORX®.
  6. Tighten

        • Tighten the screws a first pass to 4 N·m (35 lb in).
        • Tighten the screws a final pass to 7 N·m (62 lb in).

    Object Number: 1872011  Size: SH
  7. Install the fuel hose (4) to the fuel injection fuel feed manifold and injection pump.
  8. Position the fuel hose clamp (3) at the fuel injection pump.

  9. Object Number: 1872010  Size: SH
  10. Position the fuel hose clamp (2) at the fuel injection fuel feed manifold.

  11. Object Number: 1872933  Size: SH
  12. Connect the wiring harness extension electrical connector (1) to the fuel pressure regulator.

  13. Object Number: 1870783  Size: SH
  14. Position the engine wiring harness branches to the ECT sensors and connect the ECT sensor electrical connectors (1).
  15. Position and install the A/C compressor. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement.
  16. Install the water outlet tube. Refer to Water Outlet Tube Replacement.
  17. Install the intake manifold tube. Refer to Intake Manifold Tube Replacement.
  18. Install the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement.
  19. Prime the fuel system. Refer to Fuel System Priming.
  20. Start the engine. If the engine stalls, repeat the above step.
  21. Once the engine starts, inspect for fuel leaks.