General Precautions
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Nissan Altima. 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: FLAMMABLE" sign in the work area.
- Be sure to work in a well ventilated area and have a CO2 fire 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 RELEASE (QR25DE) or FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE (VQ35DE) .
- 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.
Check that the connector and resin tube do not contact any adjacent parts.
- a) Apply fuel pressure to the fuel system 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 the tubes, run the engine and check for fuel leaks at the 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 EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM .
- For servicing "On Board Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR)" parts, refer to ON BOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR - QR25DE)ON BOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR - VQ35DE) .