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Installation Procedure

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NOTE: Clean all of the following areas before performing any disconnections in order to avoid possible contamination in the system:
  • The fuel pipe connections
  • The hose connections
  • The areas surrounding the connections
  1. Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement .
  2. Remove the cap from the fuel pressure service port connection.
  3. CAUTION: Wrap a shop towel around the fuel pressure connection in order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury. The towel will absorb any fuel leakage that occurs during the connection of the fuel pressure gage. Place the towel in an approved container when the connection of the fuel pressure gage is complete.
    Fig 1: View Of Fuel System Pressure Tester
    GM854376Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the SA9127E  , or the J 34730-1A  to the fuel pressure service connection. See Special Tools . Wrap a shop towel around the fitting while connecting the gage to avoid spillage.
  5. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
  6. CAUTION: Do not drain the fuel into an open container. Never store the fuel in an open container due to the possibility of a fire or an explosion.
  7. Place the bleed hose of the SA9127E  , or the J 34730-1A  into an approved fuel container. See Special Tools .
  8. Open the bleed valve on the SA9127E  , or the J 34730-1A  in order to bleed the air from the fuel pressure gage. See Special Tools .
  9. Command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool.
  10. Close the bleed valve on the SA9127E  , or the J 34730-1A  . See Special Tools .
  11. Inspect for fuel leaks.