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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Meter Body Components
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  1. Install the following NEW components to the fuel meter body.
    • Lower fuel seal (4)
    • Spacer ring (3)
    • Upper fuel seal (2)
    • Fuel seal retainer (1)
    2. Fig 2: Identifying Pipe & Retainer
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    WARNING:

    Always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends before connecting the fuel pipe fittings. This will ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak. Always replace O-rings.

  2. Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the fuel pipe end.
  3. Install the fuel pipe to the fuel meter body.
  4. Install the fuel pipe retainer (1).
    5. Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Pipe Retainer Nuts & Bracket Bolt
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    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  5. Install the fuel pipe bracket bolt (2) and tighten to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
  6. Install the fuel pipe retainer nuts (1) and tighten to 3 N.m (27 lb in).
  7. Remove the cap from the chassis fuel pipe.
  8. Connect the chassis fuel feed pipe to the engine compartment feed pipe. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  9. Install the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement .
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