Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Chassis

Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Chassis

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Disconnect the fuel feed and return lines. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service (Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service).
3. Remove the fuel line bracket nut.
4. Remove the fuel line bracket from the stud.
5. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).




6. Remove the fuel bundle clips (2) from the transmission brackets (1).
7. Disconnect the chassis harness from the retaining clips.
8. Remove the fuel system cooler, if necessary. Refer to Fuel Cooler Replacement (Fuel Cooler Replacement).




9. Disconnect the fuel feed and return lines from the fuel tank lines. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service (Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service).




10. Remove the fuel bundle nuts from the chassis.




11. Loosen the electronic brake control module (EBCM) bracket bolts (4).
12. Allow the EBCM to remain loose in order to allow fuel pipe clearance.
13. Remove the fuel bundle using the following procedure:

1. Guide the fuel bundle pipes towards the rear of vehicle to clear the engine.
2. Lower the fuel bundle while moving it foreword and out.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the fuel pipe bundle using the following procedure:

1. Install the fuel bundle to the chassis by guiding the pipes towards the rear of vehicle.
2. Lift the fuel pipes, while guiding the forward portion of the pipes up towards the engine connections.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the fuel bundle nuts to the chassis and tighten to 16 Nm (12 lb ft).




3. Connect the fuel feed and return lines to the fuel tank lines. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service (Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service).
4. Install the fuel system cooler, if necessary. Refer to Fuel Cooler Replacement (Fuel Cooler Replacement).




5. Connect the fuel bundle clips (2) to the transmission brackets (1).




6. Tighten the EBCM bracket bolts (4) and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
7. Lower the vehicle.




8. Install the fuel line bracket to the stud.
9. Install the fuel line bracket nut and tighten to 16 Nm (12 lb ft).
10. Connect the fuel feed and return lines. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service (Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service).
11. Prime the fuel system. Refer to Fuel System Priming (Fuel System Priming).
12. Start the engine. If the engine stalls, repeat the above step.
13. Once the engine starts, inspect for fuel leaks.
14. Install the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement (Service and Repair).