Injector Replacement
- Relieve the fuel pressure; 2000-2003 models (see 2000-2003 MODELS
), 2004-2005 models (see 2004-2005 MODELS
), 2006 model (see 2006 MODEL
).
- Remove the fuel rail cover (A), then disconnect the connectors from the fuel injectors (B).
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- 2000-2005 M/T models: Disconnect the vacuum hose and fuel return hose from the fuel pressure regulator (C). Place a rag or shop towel over the hoses before disconnecting them.
- CVT model, 2006 M/T model: Disconnect the vacuum hose from the fuel pulsation damper (D).
- Remove the retainer nuts (E).
- 2000-2004 models: Disconnect the PCV valve (F).
- 2005-2006 models: Disconnect the PCV hose (G).
- Disconnect the fuel rail.
- Remove the fuel injectors from the cylinder head (H).
- Slide new cushion rings (A) onto the fuel injectors (B).
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- Coat new O-rings (C) with clean engine oil, and put them on the fuel injectors.
- Insert the fuel injectors into the fuel rail (D).
- Coat new seal rings (E) with clean engine oil, and press them into the cylinder head.
- Install the fuel injectors into the cylinder head.
- Install and tighten the retainer nuts.
- 2000-2005 models: Connect the fuel hose to the fuel rail with new washers.
- 2000-2005 M/T models: Connect the vacuum hoses and fuel return hose to the fuel pressure regulator (F).
- CVT model, 2006 M/T model: Connect the vacuum hose to the fuel pulsation damper (G).
- 2005-2006 models: Connect the PCV tube.
- 2000-2004 models: Connect the PCV valve.
- Turn the ignition switch ON (II), but do not operate the starter. After the fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds, the fuel pressure in the fuel line rises. Repeat this two or three times, then check for fuel leakage.