Installation Procedure

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Lubricate NEW lower injector O-ring seals (4) with clean engine oil.

Fig 1: View Of Fuel Injector, Clip & O-Rings
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Install the NEW O-ring seals (4) onto the spray tip end of each injector (3).
Install the fuel rail.

Fig 2: View Of Fuel Injection Rail
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NOTE: Refer to the FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the fuel rail studs.
Tighten: Tighten the studs to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
Connect the fuel feed (1) line to the fuel rail. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Metal Collar) .

Fig 3: View Of Fuel Feed Pipe & EVAP Canister Purge Pipe
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Connect the fuel injector electrical connectors.
- Install each connector onto the proper injector in order to ensure correct sequential injector firing order.
- Rotate the injectors as required in order to avoid stretching the wire harness.
Reposition the engine harness.
Install the engine harness bolt and studs.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt/studs to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Connect the ETC electrical connector (5).

Fig 4: View Of Generator, Injector Harness, Ignition Coil Harness, ETC & Purge Valve Solenoid Electrical Connectors
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Connect the EVAP canister purge valve electrical connector.
Connect the generator electrical connector (2).
Install the engine sight shield. Refer to Engine Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 8.1L.
Install the fuel fill cap.
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery) in Engine Electrical.
Use the following procedure to inspect for leaks:
1. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF, for 2 seconds.
2. Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
4. Inspect for fuel leaks.