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Installation Procedure

  1. Install EN-51955-1  Long Protector (1) onto the fuel injector tip, covering the first recessed area closest to the tip. Place a NEW fuel injector nozzle housing seal (2) on EN-51955-1  Long Protector (1).
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    NOTE:

    DO NOT use any type of lubricant when installing the NEW combustion seals on the fuel injector tip.

  2. Using EN-51955-4  Pusher (3), install the fuel injector nozzle housing seal (2) into the recessed area (4) of the fuel injector, then remove the EN-51955-1  Long Protector.
  3. Compress the fuel injector nozzle housing seal (2) using EN-51955-3  Pre-Sizer (5).
  4. Using EN-51955-5  Sizer (6), resize the fuel injector nozzle housing seal.
  5. Install EN-51955-2  Short Protector (7) onto the fuel injector tip. Place a second NEW fuel injector nozzle housing seal (8) on EN-51955-2  Short Protector (7).
  6. Using EN-51955-4  Pusher (3), install the fuel injector nozzle housing seal (8) into the remaining recessed area (9) of the fuel injector, then remove EN-51955-2  Short Protector.
  7. Compress the fuel injector nozzle housing seal (8) using EN-51955-3  Pre-Sizer (5).
  8. Using EN-51955-5  Sizer (6), resize the fuel injector nozzle housing seal.
  9. Check both of the fuel injector nozzle housing seals on each fuel injector for correct seat:
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    NOTE:

    The fuel injector nozzle housing seals must fit properly in the relative groove. Overlapping of the fuel injector nozzle housing seals with the external surface of the injector must be avoided.

    • The fuel injector nozzle housing seal must not be too large, buckled, or corrugated (1)
    • The fuel injector nozzle housing seal must be fixed tight and accurate (2)
  10. If the fuel injector nozzle housing seals are not installed correctly, remove the incorrect fuel injector nozzle housing seal and replace with a NEW fuel injector nozzle housing seal.
  11. Fuel Injection Fuel Rail (1) - Install
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    NOTE:

    Hand place the fuel injection fuel rail into the position on the cylinder head.

  12. Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Bolt (1, 2, 3) - Install [4x]
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    NOTE:

    Install the 4 fuel injection fuel rail bolts with zero torque.

  13. Tighten the 2 outer fuel injection fuel rail bolt (1, 3) alternating in steps of 1/2 turn, until the fuel injection fuel rail (4) is fully seated.
  14. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  15. Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Bolt (1, 2, 3) - Tighten [4x] 36 N.m (27 lb ft)
  16. Electrical Connector (5, 6) - Connect [2x]
  17. Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Insulator (1) - Install
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    WARNING:

    The noise cancelling foam component MUST be replaced if it has been exposed to engine fluids. Failure to replace the noise cancelling foam component that has been exposed to engine fluids may result in an engine fire resulting in catastrophic engine damage, and possible injury or death.

  18. Wiring Harness (2) @Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Insulator (1) - Install
  19. Fuel Feed Intermediate Pipe - Install Fuel Feed Intermediate Pipe Replacement 
  20. Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve (1) - Install Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve Replacement
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  21. Install the intake manifold and throttle body together as an assembly. Intake Manifold Replacement
  22. Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Hose - Install Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Hose 
  23. Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
  24. 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.