Right Fuel Rail (G1557478): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Jaguar XF, 2014 Jaguar XF, and 2013 Jaguar XF. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Make sure that the tools and equipment are clean, free of foreign
material and lubricant.

NOTE: Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.

Refer to: Petrol and Petrol-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions (Description and Operation).
Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release - V6 S/C 3.0L Petrol/V8 N/A 5.0L Petrol/V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol (General Procedures).
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (General Procedures).
Refer to: Engine Cover - V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol (Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Secondary Bulkhead Right Panel - V6 S/C 3.0L Petrol/V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol (Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Right Air Cleaner (Removal and Installation).
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping fluids.
CAUTION:
- Be prepared to collect escaping fluids.
- Make sure that all openings are sealed. Use new blanking caps.
CAUTION:
- Be prepared to collect escaping fluids.
- Make sure that all openings are sealed. Use new blanking caps.
NOTE: LH illustration shown, RH is similar.
Refer to: Fuel Injection Component Cleaning (General Procedures).
NOTE: LH illustration shown, RH is similar.
CAUTION: Make a note of the fuel injector clamp alignment to the fuel rail prior to removal.

NOTE: LH illustration shown, RH is similar.
NOTE: This step is only required if a new fuel rail is installed.

Refer to: Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor (Removal and Installation).
CAUTION:
- Make sure that the special tool is located correctly to the fuel injector prior to removing the fuel injector.
- Make sure that the special tool is held square to the fuel injector during removal.
- Make sure that all open ports are covered to prevent any foreign material ingress.
Special Tool(s): 310-197
CAUTION:
- If the fuel injector is being removed without a new component being installed, the fuel injector clamp must remain with the fuel injector it is removed with.
- If new fuel injectors are installed, a new injector clamp must be installed.
CAUTION:
- Do not use a knife to remove the Teflon seal as damage could occur to the fuel injector.
- Do not cut the Teflon seal to deep as damage could occur to the fuel injector.
- Pinch the Teflon seal to allow the tool to cut the Teflon seal without damaging the fuel injector.
CAUTION: Do not use any sharp tools to remove the O-ring seal as damage could occur to the fuel injector.
WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

Raise and support the vehicle.
Refer to: Air Deflector (Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Generator (Removal and Installation).
NOTE: Engine shown removed for clarity.
NOTE: Engine shown removed for clarity.
CAUTION: Use a wooden block to protect the oil pan when supporting the engine.

Using a suitable hydraulic jack, support the engine.

WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable vapors are always present and may ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

CAUTION:

Remove and discard the high-pressure fuel supply lines.
Be prepared to collect escaping fluids.
Make sure that all openings are sealed. Use new blanking caps.

NOTE: Engine shown removed for clarity.

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