Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Meter Body Components

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Install the following NEW components to the fuel meter body.
- Lower fuel seal (4)
- Spacer ring (3)
- Upper fuel seal (2)
- Fuel seal retainer (1)

Fig 2: Identifying Pipe & Retainer

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WARNING: Always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends before connecting the fuel pipe fittings in order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury. This will ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak. During normal operation, the O-rings located in the female connector will swell and may prevent proper reconnection if not lubricated.

Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the fuel pipe end.
Install the fuel pipe to the fuel meter body.
Install the fuel pipe retainer (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Pipe Retainer Nuts & Bracket Bolt

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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the fuel pipe bracket bolt (2) and tighten to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
Install the fuel pipe retainer nuts (1) and tighten to 3 N.m (27 lb in).
Remove the cap from the chassis fuel pipe.
Connect the chassis fuel feed pipe to the engine compartment feed pipe. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
Install the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement .