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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2001 🢒 Firebird 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 5.7L 🢒 Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Engine Compartment

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 172963 Size: SH

    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.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief .
  3. Clean all the engine compartment connecting fuel pipe connections and the surrounding areas before disconnecting in order to avoid possible contamination of the fuel system.
  4. Disconnect the engine compartment fuel feed pipe (2) at the fuel rail (1). Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  5. Disconnect the engine compartment fuel feed pipe (2) at the chassis fuel feed pipe (4). Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  6. Cap the fuel pipes in order to prevent possible fuel system contamination.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 172963 Size: SH
  1. Remove the caps from the fuel pipes.
  2. Connect the engine compartment fuel feed pipe (2) to the chassis fuel feed pipe (3). Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  3. Connect the engine compartment fuel feed pipe (2) to the fuel rail (1). Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  4. Tighten the fuel filler cap.
  5. Connect the negative battery cable.
  6. Inspect for leaks.
    7. 6.1. Turn ON the ignition for 2 seconds.
    6.2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
    6.3. Turn ON the ignition.
    6.4. Inspect for fuel leaks.
  7. Perform the Idle Learn Procedure. Refer to Idle Learn .