OEM Chevrolet SSR Fuel Rail

Chevrolet SSR Fuel Rail Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Fuel Rail
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  Q: How to replace the fuel rail assembly on Chevrolet SSR?

  A: The replacement process starts with engine sight shield removal followed by compressed filter air cleaning of the Fuel Injector area until it is fully clear of any fragments or particles. Use compressed filter air to clean the Intake Manifold where the upper engine harness connects before detaching it from the manifold and reducing pressure in the fuel system. After removing the necessary Fuel Rail crossover pipe as well as o-rings and retaining screws and tabs follow by disconnecting the evaporative emission (EVAP) purge valve harness connector and relocating the engine wiring harness. Mark the electrical connector to the Fuel Injector before using the following procedure to disconnect it properly. Push the lower part of the connector to release the Fuel Injector. Pull the top piece of the connector forward without overextending the white section. Utilize the tab located on the lower connector section to push it then break off the fuel feed line connection. Swing the Fuel Rail assembly out while avoiding electrical connector terminal breakage and keeping contaminants from the spray tips with careful support of the rail assembly. Also install protective caps on exposed fittings. The procedure begins with removing mounting bolts from the Fuel Rail followed by the Fuel Rail and then proceeding to remove fuel injectors. Apply gm p/n 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489) threadlock to Fuel Rail bolts as a 5 mm (0.20 in) band before installation then fasten bolts to 10 n.m (89 lb in). Install the Fuel Rail crossover pipe by placing o-rings first then securing it with retaining bolts and tabs while tightening the screws to 3.8 n.m (34 lb in). The fuel feed pipe should be connected with the electrical connectors for fuel injectors while using proper alignment methods that generate a clicking sound or feeling when everything is correct. After positioning the engine wiring harness onto the Intake Manifold you must reinstall the evap purge valve harness before installing the engine sight shield mounting bracket and tightening the bolts to 5.5 n.m (49 lb in). The last procedure involves connecting the negative Battery Cable in addition to leak inspection by operating the ignition twice (ON for 2 seconds followed by 10 seconds of OFF time then once more to ON) to verify no leaks persist before reinstallation of the engine sight shield.