Caution: Locate class B fire extinguisher in work area.
Notice: Use care in removing the fuel rail assembly to prevent damage to the electrical connector terminals and spray tips. The fuel injector is serviced as a complete assembly only. Support fuel after fuel rail is removed in order to avoid damaging fuel rail components. Since it is electrical, it should not be immersed in any cleaner.
Important: Cap the fuel fittings and plug the port holes when servicing the fuel system in order to prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering the open areas.
Caution: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in order to prevent eye injury.
Important: Any time the fuel system is opened for service, the O-ring seals used with related components must be replaced.
13.1. | Use emery cloth in order to remove rust or burrs from the fuel pipes. Use a radial motion on the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface. |
13.2. | Use a clean shop towel to wipe the male tube ends clean. |
13.3. | Inspect all connectors for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the damaged components as necessary. |
Important: Press the injector into the fuel rail until it clicks into the retainer clip.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
Tighten the fuel rail bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).
Notice: Replace plastic fuel line retainers whenever the fuel supply or return line is disconnected at the fuel rail. Install the new retainer into the female cavity of the connection. Care must be taken to ensure that the locking tab is centered in the window of the female cavity. Firmly press the female connection onto the male end until a click is heard, then pull back to confirm engagement. Pinched, kinked, or damaged fuel lines must be replaced.
Tighten
Tighten the battery terminal bolts to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).