Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Spacer Ring, Fuel Seal Retainer, Upper & Lower Fuel Seals

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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: View Of Fuel 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.

Fig 3: View Of Fuel Pipe Retainer Nuts & Fuel Pipe Bracket Bolt

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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the fuel pipe bracket bolt (2).
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
Install the fuel pipe retainer nuts (1).
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 3 N.m (27 lb in).

Fig 4: View Of Fuel Feed Pipe

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Remove the caps from the fuel pipes.
Connect the chassis fuel feed pipe (1) to the engine compartment feed pipe. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
Test the system for leaks using the following procedure:
1. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds.
2. Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
4. Inspect for fuel leaks.