OEM 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Fuel Rail

2001 Chevrolet Corvette Fuel Rail Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the fuel rail assembly on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette?

  A: One requires the following tools to replace Fuel Rail assembly: fuel pressure gauge (J 34730-1A) and fuel line quick connect separator tool set (J 37088-A). The process should start with disconnecting the negative Battery Cable followed by careful assembly removal of the Fuel Rail while protecting injector electrical connector terminals and spray tips from damage. You must support the Fuel Rail when you remove it so it does not get harmed while you should use caps to defend the fittings against contaminants. Use spray type engine cleaner according to package instructions to clean the Fuel Rail assembly following system pressure relief and removal of both right and left covers from the rail. The technician should disconnect both the fuel feed hose from the Fuel Rail then remove the fuel injector electrical connectors while documenting their original positions for proper reinstallation. Take off the Fuel Rail attaching bolts before removing the Fuel Rail assembly while discarding the seals from each injector. The installation process requires lubricating new o-ring seals for lower injector positions with clean engine oil before mounting them onto the assemblies. The installation process requires the Fuel Rail stop bracket as a safety component. Install the Fuel Rail assembly to the Intake Manifold but apply threadlock substance gm p/n 12345382 to each bolt in a 5-mm (0.020 in) band before securing them at 10 n.m (89 lb in). The installer should reattach injector electrical connections in the correct firing sequence before connecting the fuel hose to the Fuel Rail. Reconnect the negative Battery Cable followed by checking leakage by turning the ignition switch on and off as written and then tighten the fuel filler cap. After installing both right and left Fuel Rail covers you should program the transmitters and execute an idle learn procedure.