Fuel Return Line: Service and Repair

Fuel Line And Vapor Line:

COMPONENTS




REMOVAL
1. Raise the vehicle and remove the two fitting nuts while holding the fuel filter nut securely.

WARNING:
1. Reduce the fuel pressure before disconnecting the fuel line and hose, or fuel will spill out.
2. Cover the pipe connection with a shop towel to prevent splashing of fuel that could be caused by residual pressure In the fuel line.




2. Remove the fuel filter mounting bolts, then remove the fuel filter from the bracket.
3. Remove the fuel return hose and line.
4. Remove the fuel vapor hose and line

INSTALLATION




1. Install the fuel vapor hose and return hoses.
- If the fuel line has a stepped section, connect the fuel hose to the line securely, as shown in the illustration.
- If the fuel line does not have a stepped section, connect the fuel hose to the line securely.




2. Install the fuel filter, and tighten the fuel filter bracket.
3. Tighten the two fitting nuts while holding the fuel filter nuts.

Tightening torque
Fuel filter fitting nuts: 30 - 40 Nm (300 - 400 kg.cm, 22.1 - 29.5 lb.ft)

4. Install the clips and make sure that they do not interfere with other components.