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Removing Fuel Gauge

  1. Release the fuel pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELIEF  .
  2. Remove the Fuel Pressure Gauge (J 34730-1A) from the Fuel Pressure Gauge Adapter (J 42982).
  3. Using the Fuel Line Disconnect Tool (J 43178), disconnect the quick connect coupling of the fuel pressure gauge adapter from the fuel feed pipe of the fuel rail. See Fig 2 . Use a shop towel to catch any remaining fuel that may leak.
  4. Disconnect the quick connect coupling of the fuel feed hose from the fuel pressure gauge adapter, and remove the adapter. Use a shop towel to catch any remaining fuel that may leak.
  5. Connect the quick-connect fitting of the fuel feed hose to the fuel rail fuel feed pipe.
  6. Install the cover for the quick connect coupling of the fuel feed hose.
  7. Connect the negative battery cable. Tighten clamp bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS in REMOVAL & INSTALLATION - 1.8L VIBE article.
  8. Turn ignition switch to RUN position to pressurize the fuel system.
  9. Turn ignition switch to OFF position.
  10. Check for any fuel leaks.
  11. Install engine cover.
  12. Install engine cover bolts. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS in REMOVAL & INSTALLATION - 1.8L VIBE article.
Fig 1: Disconnecting Quick Connect Coupling Using J 43178
G00180624Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Fig 2: Installing Fuel Pressure Gauge & Adapter
G00180625Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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