Installation Procedure
- Install the fuel rail in the intake manifold.
- Apply a 5 mm (0.20 in) band of GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489) threadlock, or equivalent, to the threads of the fuel rail bolts.
- Install the fuel rail mounting bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the fuel rail mounting bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the fuel rail crossover pipe (3), O-rings (4), retaining bolts (1) and tabs (2), if removed.
Tighten: Tighten the fuel rail crossover pipe retaining screws to 3.8 N.m (34 lb in).
- Connect the fuel feed pipe.
- Reconnect the electrical connectors for the fuel injectors. A click will be felt or heard when the electrical connector is properly connected.
- Position the engine wiring harness on the intake manifold.
- Connect the EVAP purge valve and harness.
- Install the engine sight shield mounting bracket.
Tighten: Tighten the engine sight shield mounting bolts to 5.5 N.m (49 lb in).
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
- Use the following procedure to inspect for fuel leaks:
- Turn the ignition to the ON position for 2 seconds.
- Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
- Turn the ignition to the ON position once again.
- Inspect for any fuel leaks.
- Install the engine sight shield. Refer to Engine Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 6.0L.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
Ensure that the fuel injector electrical connector are connected to the correct fuel injector. It may also be necessary to rotate the fuel injector the proper alignment between the fuel injector and the electrical connector.