Removal Procedure
- Relieve the fuel pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
- Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
- Remove and DISCARD the fuel feed pipe. Refer to Fuel Feed Pipe Replacement .
- Remove and DISCARD the fuel feed intermediate pipe. Refer to Fuel Feed Intermediate Pipe Replacement .
- Loosen the fuel injection fuel rail fasteners then remove them from the fuel rail (1).
- Disconnect the electrical harness from the fuel rail harness connection.
- Disconnect all 4 fuel injector electrical connections.
- Install EN-49248 studs (1) into the 2 center fuel rail assembly retaining bolt locations.
- Tighten the studs to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
- Install EN-49248 remover (2) onto each stud, and engage the hooks to the fuel rail. Install the nuts (3) retaining the remover onto the studs and tighten until snug.
- Turn the handles simultaneously in order to pull the fuel rail straight out along the fuel injector axis.
- DO NOT twist when pulling out on the fuel rail and injector assembly.
- Using EN-49248 remover, remove the fuel rail assembly (1).
NOTE:
Use care to avoid contact with the fuel rail harness during special tool installation and fuel rail removal.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE:
EN-49248 will assist in the proper removal of the fuel rail assembly. Ensure that the following conditions are met: