Fuel Pressure Regulator (Gasoline): Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Sunfire and 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Lubricate the "O" rings with clean engine oil before installation.

Install the small "O" ring into the fuel rail. Install the large "O" ring into the fuel rail. Install the fuel pressure regulator taking care not to disturb the "O" rings. Install the fuel pressure regulator retaining bolts. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Inspect for leaks by using the following procedure:

Turn ignition on for 2 seconds.
Turn ignition off for 10 seconds.
Turn ignition on.
Check for fuel leaks.

To install, reverse removal procedure. DO NOT reuse "O" ring. Lubricate fuel inlet "O" ring with oil and install into regulator. Replace filter screen as necessary. Tighten screws to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Inspect for leaks by using the following procedure:

Turn ignition on for 2 seconds.
Turn ignition off for 10 seconds.
Turn ignition on.
Check for fuel leaks.

NOTE: If the fuel pressure regulator is to be reinstalled, inspect the filter screen for contamination. If contamination is found, remove and discard the filter screen.

Turn ignition on for 2 seconds.
Turn ignition off for 10 seconds.
Turn ignition on.
Check for fuel leaks.