Fuel Injectors: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford Econoline, 2008 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the valve covers. For additional information, refer to ENGINE - 6.0L DIESEL article.
- Disconnect the fuel injector electrical connector.
- Loosen the crankcase-to-head tube.
- Position the crankcase-to-head tube and separate the tube.
- Allow the lower section to go back down.
- Remove the 9 bolts and the high-pressure oil rail.
- If the crankcase-to-head tube separated, using the High Pressure Supply Tube Remover, remove the lower crankcase-to-head tube.
- Remove and discard the D-ring seal.
- Remove and discard the D-ring seals.
- Using the Injector Connector Release Tool, push the fuel injector electrical connector out of the rocker arm carrier.
- Prior to removing the injector assembly, insert clean shop towels in the oil drain holes adjacent to each glow plug.
- Remove the bolt, the fuel injector hold down and the fuel injector.
- Remove and discard the O-ring seals and copper washer.
NOTE:
Do not remove the oil rail end plugs or acoustic wave attenuating port fitting. Service parts are not available to support these components.
NOTE:
Use a shop towel and metal brake parts cleaner to remove the oil residue prior to removing.
NOTE:
Do not attempt to apply battery voltage to the fuel injector or damage to the fuel injector will occur.
NOTE:
To prevent engine damage, do not use air tools to remove or install the fuel injectors.
NOTE:
If engine coolant is found in the combustion chambers, it may be necessary to install a new injector sleeve. For additional information, refer to Fuel Injector Sleeve .
NOTE:
There is no need to drain the fuel rail.