Installation Procedure
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- If necessary, install a NEW O-ring onto the fuel injector.
- If necessary, install a NEW copper washer to the fuel injector bore.
- If necessary, install the fuel injector bracket pins.
- Install the fuel injectors with brackets.
- Install the fuel injector bracket bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
- Connect the fuel injector electrical connectors.
- Install the fuel return hose to the injectors.
- Install the fuel return hose clips.
- Install the fuel injector pipes.
Tighten: Tighten the fittings to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).
- After installing the fuel injector pipes, clean the injector pipes and apply sealant GM P/N 97720043, at the fittings to prevent moisture and debris from collecting between the line and fitting.
- Install the FICM. Refer to Fuel Injection Control Module Replacement .
- Install the fuel filter with bracket. Refer to Fuel Filter Replacement .
- Install the charged air cooler outlet duct from the intake.
- Tighten the charged air cooler outlet duct to intake hose clamp.
Tighten: Tighten the clamp to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
- Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
- Prime the fuel system. Refer to Fuel System Priming .
- Start the engine. If the engine stalls, repeat the above step.
- Once the engine starts, inspect for fuel leaks.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
NOTE:
Ensure proper torquing of the fuel injector line. An under-torqued fuel injector line will not seal properly and an over-torqued fuel injector line may damage the fuel injector fitting. An improperly sealed or damaged fuel injector line or fuel injector fitting will cause a fuel leak.
IMPORTANT:
Lubricate the end of the duct prior to installation.