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Fuel Feed Intermediate Pipe Replacement (LF1)

Fig 1: View Of Fuel Feed Intermediate Pipe (LF1)
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Preliminary Procedures

  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
  2. Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement .
  3. Remove the fuel pipe shield. Refer to Fuel Pipe Shield Replacement (LLT)  or Fuel Pipe Shield Replacement (LF1) .
1 Fitting (Qty: 3)
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten: 

  • Tighten the fittings in sequence as numbered: 1, 2, 3
  • First Pass 15 N.m (11 lb ft)
  • Second Pass 30 N.m (22 lb ft)

2 Fuel Feed Intermediate Pipe

Procedure

  1. Discard the pipe when removed and install a NEW pipe.
  2. Lubricate the pipes with silicon free engine oil. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
  3. Pressure up the fuel system and check for leaks.