Fuel Pressure Gauge Conn. For 2001 Pathfinder (WITH VQ35DE)

1. Release the fuel pressure from the fuel system. Refer to the "Fuel Pressure Release Procedure".





2. Remove two nuts and one screw and remove the engine upper cover (see Figure 2).





3. Disconnect the Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) cable from the ASCD cable bracket and re-position it to gain access to the fuel damper (see Figure 3).





4. Install the Inline Fuel Quick Disconnect fitting between the fuel damper and the fuel tube (see Figure 4).

CAUTION:
Do not over tighten the bolts when installing the Inline Fuel Quick Disconnect fitting.

NOTE:
Apply Canopus 13 oil (P/N 999MP-AJ000) to the 0-ring on the Quick Disconnect fitting and the fuel damper before installation (see Figure 4).

5. Connect the fuel pressure test gauge (Quick Connect adapter hose) to the Quick Disconnect fitting (see Figure 4).

6. Perform the fuel pressure test.

7. Release the fuel pressure from the fuel system. Refer to the "Fuel Pressure Release Procedure".

8. Remove the Quick Disconnect fitting.

9. Again, apply Canopus 13 oil to the fuel damper 0-ring.

10. Re-install the fuel damper to the fuel tube.

11. Re-insert the ASCD cable in the bracket making sure the crimp band is correctly positioned (see Figure 3).

12. Operate the fuel system and confirm there are NO fuel leaks.

13. Re-install the engine upper cover (see Figure 2).