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Installation Procedure

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    NOTE:
    • Whenever ANY fuel injector is removed from the cylinder head or the fuel injection fuel rail, the fuel injector MUST be rebuilt.
    • Some vehicles are NOT originally equipped with fuel injector dust seals. If NOT present when removing the fuel injectors, ensure NEW seals are installed regardless of whether present or not.

    Disassemble and inspect the following components for ALL exposed fuel injectors (1) :

    • Fuel Injector Hold Down Clamp (2) - ONLY replace if necessary
    • Fuel Injector Collar (3) - ONLY replace if necessary
    • Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Seal (4) - ALWAYS replace
    • Fuel Injector Seal Spacer (5) - ALWAYS replace
    • Fuel Injector Dust Seal (6) - ALWAYS replace
    • Fuel Injector Nozzle Housing Seals (7) - ALWAYS replace
  2. Rebuild ALL removed fuel injectors (1). Fuel Rail and Injectors Cleaning and Inspection
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    NOTE:

    All fuel injector components MUST be clean and free of debris prior to installation.

    Install the rebuilt fuel injectors (1). Fuel Injector Replacement 

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    Connect the fuel injector wiring harness (1) to the bracket, the fuel pump, and the fuel injectors.

  5. Secure the fuel injector wiring harness with the straps (2).
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    NOTE:

    Ensure the fuel injection fuel rail bolts are retained securely in the fuel injection fuel rail insulators BEFORE applying the thread locking adhesive.

    Perform the following steps to install the fuel injection fuel rail bolts (1) :

    1. Thoroughly clean the residue from the bolt threads with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
    2. Install the bolts into the fuel injection fuel rail insulators.
    3. Apply a 0.5 mm (0.02 in) band of thread locking adhesive to the threads of each bolt. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
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    Position the fuel injection fuel rail (1) and start the fuel injection fuel rail bolts (2) by hand.

  8. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  9. Tighten the fuel injection fuel rail bolts (2) in even increments to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
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    Connect the electrical connector (1).

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    Install the NEW fuel feed intermediate pipe - position 1. Fuel Feed Intermediate Pipe Replacement - Position 1 

  12. Inspect for leaks using the following procedure:
    1. Turn ON the ignition with the engine OFF for 2 seconds.
    2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
    3. Turn ON the ignition with the engine OFF.
    4. Inspect for fuel leaks.
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    Install the fuel pump insulator (1). Fuel Pump Insulator Replacement