Removal (Highlander)
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- Release fuel pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE . Remove upper cap on air cleaner assembly with air cleaner hose. Remove fuel pipe clamp from end of fuel pipe at fuel pipe fitting. See Figure.
- Ensure area around fuel pipe and disconnect fitting is clean. Depress both tabs and pull fuel pipe with disconnect fitting from fuel pipe fitting. See Figure.
- Note location of electrical connectors on fuel injectors for installation reference. Disconnect electrical connectors at fuel injectors. Remove clamps and engine wiring harness for access to fuel rail.
- Remove fuel rail-to-cylinder head bolts. Remove fuel rail with fuel injectors as an assembly. Remove the 2 spacers from cylinder head. Remove fuel injectors from fuel rail. Remove "O" ring and insulator from fuel injector.
CAUTION:
Use care when disconnecting fuel pipe, as some residual fuel pressure may still exist in the fuel system.
CAUTION:
When removing fuel rail, use care not to allow fuel injectors to fall from fuel rail.