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Fuel Line Replacement - Chassis




Fuel Line Replacement - Chassis

Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Service and Repair).




2. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief (Low Pressure with CH 48027) (Fuel Pressure Relief (Low Pressure with CH 48027))Fuel Pressure Relief (High Pressure Side) (Fuel Pressure Relief (High Pressure Side))Fuel Pressure Relief (Low Pressure without Special Tool) (Fuel Pressure Relief (Low Pressure without Special Tool))Fuel Pressure Relief (Low Pressure Side with CH 48027-100) (Fuel Pressure Relief (Low Pressure Side with CH 48027-100)).
3. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) pipe (2) quick connect fitting from the purge solenoid. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service (Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service).
4. Disconnect the fuel feed pipe (1) from the fuel rail. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service (Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service).
5. Cap or plug the fuel feed pipe, fuel rail and EVAP line to in order to system prevent contamination.
6. Remove the fuel feed and evaporative emission (EVAP) pipe clip from the coolant tube bracket.




7. Ensure that the area around the brake pipe connections is free of dirt and/or debris.
8. Remove the brake pipes from the brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV), if equipped.




9. Remove the brake pipes from the proportioning valve, if equipped.
10. Cap or plug the BPMV or the proportioning valve in order to prevent system contamination.
11. Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement (Service and Repair).




12. Remove the brake hose clips (2) from both the right and left brake hose brackets.
13. Remove the right and left brake pipes (1) from the brake hoses.




14. Remove the pipe clips (1) from the following:

* Rear suspension lower control arm bracket
* Left side brace floor panel tunnel




15. Remove the pipe clips (1) from the following:

* Floor panel number 4 cross bar
* Rear carrier bracket
* Right side brace floor panel tunnel

16. Remove the pipe clip (2) from the floor panel rear reinforcement.
17. Have an assistant support the fuel feed, EVAP, and brake pipe assembly.




18. Remove the pipe clip (1) from the underbody side rail.
19. Remove the pipe clip (2) from the floor panel tunnel brace stud.
20. Remove the pipe clip (3) from the floor panel tunnel brace stud.
21. Remove the pipe clips (4) from the floor panel studs.
22. Remove the fuel feed, EVAP, and brake pipe assembly from the vehicle and place on a suitable work surface.




23. Disconnect the fuel pump fuel feed line (5) from the fuel feed line. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service (Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service).
24. Remove the retaining clip (1) from the lines.
25. Open the clips (4 and 7), and remove the fuel feed line (2) from the clips.
26. Inspect and replace and damaged clips.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the fuel feed line (2) to the clips and close the clips (4 and 7).
2. Install the retaining clip (1) to the lines.
3. Connect the fuel pump fuel feed line (5) to the fuel feed line. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service (Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service).




4. With the aid of an assistant, install the fuel feed, EVAP, and brake pipe assembly to the vehicle.
5. Install the pipe clips (4) to the floor panel studs.
6. Install the pipe clip (3) to the floor panel tunnel brace stud.
7. Install the pipe clip (2) to the floor panel tunnel brace stud.
8. Install the pipe clip (1) to the underbody side rail.




9. Install the pipe clip (2) to the floor panel rear reinforcement.
10. Install the pipe clips (1) from the following:

* Floor panel number 4 cross bar
* Rear carrier bracket
* Right side brace floor panel tunnel




11. Install the pipe clips (1) to the following:

* Rear suspension lower control arm bracket
* Left side brace floor panel tunnel




12. Install the right and left brake pipes (1) to the brake hoses.
13. Install the brake hose clips (2) to both the right and left brake hose brackets.




14. Install the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement (Service and Repair).
15. Remove the cap or plug from the BPMV or the proportioning valve.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

16. Install the brake pipes to the proportioning valve, if equipped, and tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).




17. Install the brake pipes to the BPMV, if equipped and tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).




18. Install the fuel feed and EVAP pipe clip to the coolant tube bracket.
19. Remove the cap or plug from the fuel feed pipe, fuel rail and EVAP line.
20. Connect the fuel feed pipe (1) to the fuel rail. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service (Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service).
21. Connect the EVAP pipe (2) to the purge solenoid. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service (Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service).
22. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Service and Repair).
23. Inspect for fuel leaks using the following procedure:

1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds.
2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
4. Inspect for fuel leaks.

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