Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Engine Compartment Engine pipes
Removal Procedure
Tools Required
J 37088-A Fuel Pipe
Quick-Connect Separator
Notice: Do not attempt to repair the engine fuel feed pipe or the engine fuel
return pipe. Replace a damaged engine fuel feed pipe or the engine fuel return
pipe.
- Relieve the fuel system fuel pressure. Refer to
Fuel Pressure Relief
.
- Clean all engine fuel pipe connections and areas surrounding the
engine fuel pipe connections before disconnecting the engine fuel pipe connections
to avoid possible contamination of the fuel system.
- Disconnect the quick-connect
fittings in the engine compartment. Refer to
Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
- Plug the chassis fuel feed pipe and the chassis fuel return pipe
as required.
- Remove the upper intake manifold assembly. Refer to
Intake Manifold Replacement
in Engine Mechanical.
- Disconnect the engine
fuel return pipe from the fuel pressure regulator. Discard the O-ring.
- Disconnect the engine
fuel feed pipe from the fuel rail. Discard the O-ring.
Installation Procedure
- Lubricate the new O-ring
with clean engine oil, then connect the O-ring and the engine fuel return
pipe to the fuel pressure regulator.
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.
- Lubricate the new
O-ring with clean engine oil, then connect the O-ring and the engine fuel
feed pipe to the fuel rail.
Tighten
Tighten the engine fuel pipe fittings to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).
- Install the upper intake
manifold assembly. Refer to
Intake Manifold Replacement
in Engine Mechanical.
- Connect the quick-connect fittings in the engine compartment.
Refer to
Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
- Tighten the fuel fill cap.
- Inspect for fuel leaks using the following procedure:
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. |
Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Engine Compartment Engine Compartment
Tools Required
J 37088-A Fuel Pipe
Quick-Connect Separator
Removal Procedure
Caution: In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury observe the
following items:
• | Replace all nylon fuel pipes that are nicked, scratched or damaged
during installation, do not attempt to repair the sections of the nylon fuel
pipes |
• | Do not hammer directly on the fuel harness body clips when installing
new fuel pipes. Damage to the nylon pipes may result in a fuel leak. |
• | Always cover nylon vapor pipes with a wet towel before using a
torch near them. Also, never expose the vehicle to temperatures higher than
115°C (239°F) for more than one hour, or more than 90°C (194°F)
for any extended period. |
• | Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends before
connecting fuel pipe fittings. 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: Do not attempt to straighten any kinked nylon fuel lines.
Replace any kinked nylon fuel feed or return pipes in order to prevent damage
to the vehicle.
- Relieve the fuel system fuel pressure. Refer to
Fuel Pressure Relief
.
Important: Clean all engine fuel pipe connections and areas surrounding the engine
fuel pipe connections before disconnecting the engine fuel pipe connections
to avoid possible contamination of the fuel system.
- Disconnect the quick-connect fittings in the engine compartment. Refer
to
Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in Cautions and Notices.
- Disconnect the quick-connect
fitting at the front frame rail. Refer to
Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
- Cap the fuel feed pipe and the fuel return pipe as needed to stop
any fuel leakage.
- Remove the fuel feed and
fuel return pipe attaching hardware and the fuel feed and fuel return pipes.
- Note the position of the fuel feed and return pipes and the fuel
feed and return pipe attaching hardware for installation.
- Inspect the pipes for bends, kinks and cracks.
- Replace the fuel pipes if necessary.
Installation Procedure
Caution: In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury observe the
following items:
• | Replace all nylon fuel pipes that are nicked, scratched or damaged
during installation, do not attempt to repair the sections of the nylon fuel
pipes |
• | Do not hammer directly on the fuel harness body clips when installing
new fuel pipes. Damage to the nylon pipes may result in a fuel leak. |
• | Always cover nylon vapor pipes with a wet towel before using a
torch near them. Also, never expose the vehicle to temperatures higher than
115°C (239°F) for more than one hour, or more than 90°C (194°F)
for any extended period. |
• | Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends before
connecting fuel pipe fittings. 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.) |
- Install the new fuel feed
and return pipes and the fuel pipe attaching hardware as noted during removal.
- Remove the caps from the fuel feed pipe and the fuel return pipe.
- Install new plastic connector retainers on the fuel pipes.
- Connect the quick-connect
fitting at the front frame rail.
Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
- Lower the vehicle.
- Connect the quick-connect
fittings in the engine compartment Refer to
Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
- Add fuel and tighten the fuel fill cap.
- Inspect for fuel leaks using the following procedure:
8.1. | Turn ON the ignition, for 2 seconds. |
8.2. | Turn OFF the ignition, for 10 seconds. |
8.3. | Turn ON the ignition. |
8.4. | Inspect for fuel leaks. |