General Precautions
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
When replacing fuel line parts, be sure to observe the following.
- Put a "CAUTION: INFLAMMABLE" sign in the work area.
- Be sure to work in a well ventilated area and have a CO 2fire extinguisher.
- Do not smoke while working on the fuel system. Keep open flames and sparks away from the work area.
CAUTION:
- Before removing fuel line parts, carry out the following procedures:
- Put drained fuel in an explosion-proof container and put the lid on securely. Keep the container in safe area.
- Release fuel pressure from the fuel lines. Refer to FUEL PRESSURE CHECK .
- Disconnect the battery ground cable.
- Always replace O-rings and clamps with new ones.
- Do not kink or twist tubes when they are being installed.
- Do not tighten hose clamps excessively to avoid damaging hoses.
Tighten high-pressure rubber hose clamp so that clamp end is 3 mm (0.12 in) from hose end.
Tightening torque specifications are the same for all rubber hose clamps.
Ensure that screw does not contact adjacent parts.
- After connecting the fuel tube quick connectors, make sure the quick connectors are secure.
Ensure that the connector and resin tube do not contact any adjacent parts.
- a) Apply fuel pressure to the fuel lines by turning the ignition switch to ON (without starting the engine). Then check for fuel leaks at the fuel tube connections.
- b) Start the engine and rev the engine, then check for fuel leaks at the fuel tube connections.
- After installing tubes, run engine and check for fuel leaks at connections.
- Use only a genuine NISSAN fuel filler cap as a replacement. If an incorrect fuel filler cap is used, the MIL may come on.
- For servicing "Evaporative Emission System" parts, refer to EMISSION APPLICATIONS .
- For servicing "On Board Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR)" parts, refer to EMISSION APPLICATIONS .