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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the engine sight shield. Refer to Engine Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L.
  2. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure .
  3. Fig 1: Exploded View Of Fuel Rails & Injector Components
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  4. Disconnect the fuel pressure regulator vacuum line.
  5. Clean any dirt from the fuel pressure regulator retainer and the surrounding area.
  6. Remove the fuel pressure regulator retainer (8).
  7. Remove the fuel pressure regulator (9) from the fuel pressure regulator housing.