Installation Procedure

Clean the fuel injector bores and clean the fuel injectors, if the fuel injectors will be re-installed. Direct Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Cleaning and Inspection
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NOTE:
- Lubricate the fuel injector seal with engine oil.
- Note the orientation of the fuel injector retainers when installed.
Direct Fuel Injector (3) @ Direct Fuel Injection Fuel Rail (1) - Install [3x]
Connect the electrical connector. (4) [3x]
Fuel Injector Retainer (2) - Install NEW [3x]
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Direct Fuel Injection Fuel Rail (2) - Install
Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Bolt (1) - Loosely install [4x]
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Retainer (2) - Connect
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NOTE:
Tighten only the 2 fuel injection fuel rail bolts shown until the direct fuel injection fuel rail is seated to the cylinder head.

Tighten the fuel injection fuel rail bolt (1) by hand 1/2 turn.
Tighten the fuel injection fuel rail bolt (2) by hand 1/2 turn.
Continue to tighten these two bolts by hand in 1/2 turn increments until the direct fuel injection fuel rail is seated to the cylinder head.
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CAUTION:
Fastener Caution

Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Bolt (1) - Tighten in sequence [4x] 36 N.m (27 lb ft)
Camshaft Cover - Install - Camshaft Cover Replacement
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Electrical Connector (1) - Connect
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Fuel Feed Intermediate Pipe - Install NEW
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Engine Mount Brace Head (3) - Install
Engine Mount Brace Bolt (2) - Install NEW and tighten 36 N.m (27 lb ft)
Engine Mount Brace Bolt (3) - Install NEW and tighten in sequence
1. First Pass: 30 N.m (22 lb ft)
2. Final Pass: 60-75 degrees
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Ignition Coil - Install
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Positive Crankcase Ventilation Oil Separator Hose - Install
Charge Air Cooler Inlet Air Hose - Install - Charge Air Cooler Inlet Air Hose Replacement
Air Cleaner Assembly - Install - Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement
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Intake Manifold Cover - Install
Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
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.