Fuel Rail: Installation

(Refer to FUEL SYSTEM - WARNING) .

WARNING: NO FIRE, FLAMES OR SMOKING. RISK OF POISONING FROM INHALING OR SWALLOWING FUEL. RISK OF INJURY TO EYES AND SKIN FROM CONTACT WITH FUEL. POUR FUELS ONLY INTO SUITABLE AND APPROPRIATELY MARKED CONTAINERS. WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING.

Loosely position fuel rail into proper position on the cylinder head and hand tighten the fasteners.
Connect the fuel pressure control valve harness connector. See Figure.
Connect the fuel return lines at the banjo bolt. See Figure.
CAUTION: Inspect sealing cones at the lines. Replace as necessary. Ensure that all fuel pressure lines are exactly located in original position.
Install the high pressure fuel lines and hand tighten.
Tighten fuel rail bolts to 14 N.m (124 in. lbs.). See Figure.
CAUTION: When tightening fuel injection line union nuts, counter hold with a wrench at the thread connection. ON NO ACCOUNT exceed the tightening torque at any time.
Tighten the pressure line to the fuel rail to 20 N.m (177 in. lbs.).
Tighten the high pressure fuel lines at the fuel rail to 22 N.m (195 in. lbs.).
Reconnect engine harness electrical connectors.
Connect the intake manifold air inlet duct.
Connect negative battery cable.
CAUTION: Care must be taken when installing the engine cover. Assure the proper routing of the fuel injector return fuel hose to the banjo bolt fitting in the left rear corner of the cover. Failure to do so may pinch or damage the hose causing fuel leakage or a driveability concern.

WARNING: USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN THE ENGINE IS OPERATING. DO NOT STAND IN A DIRECT LINE WITH FAN. DO NOT PUT YOUR HANDS NEAR PULLEYS, BELTS OR FAN. DO NOT WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING.
Start engine, run for a few minutes, turn the engine off and inspect for leaks (Refer to FUEL SYSTEM - WARNING) .