Removal Procedure

WARNING: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Warning .

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Feed Pipe Quick Connect Fitting At Fuel Rail

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Remove the upper intake manifold. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Replacement .
Disconnect the fuel feed pipe quick connect fitting (3) from the fuel rail. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .

WARNING: Refer to Safety Glasses and Compressed Air Warning .

Use compressed air in order to remove any debris from the around the area where the fuel injectors enter the lower intake manifold.

Fig 2: View Of Fuel Rail Bolts

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CAUTION:

Remove the fuel rail assembly carefully in order to prevent damage to the injector electrical connector terminals and the injector spray tips. Support the fuel rail after the fuel rail is removed in order to avoid damaging the fuel rail components.
Cap the fittings and plug the holes when servicing the fuel system in order to prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering open pipes and passages.

Fig 3: Locating Fuel Injector Electrical Connector Lock

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Fig 4: View Of Fuel Injector Electrical Connector

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Fig 5: Identifying Fuel Injector Retainer Clip

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Fig 6: Locating Fuel Injector

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