Removal Procedure

2011 Buick Enclave CXL, FWDSECTION Removal Procedure
  1. Relieve the high side fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief (Without CH-48027) , Fuel Pressure Relief (CH-48027) , Fuel Pressure Relief (High Side) .
  2. NOTE:

    The fuel injectors have an alignment feature, note the position of the injectors alignment for installation.

  3. Remove the fuel injection fuel rail assembly. Refer to Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Assembly Replacement - Bank 1 (LLT) , or Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Assembly Replacement - Bank 2 (LLT) .
  4. Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Injector Retaining Rings
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  5. Remove and discard the three fuel injector retaining rings (1).
  6. Fig 2: Identifying Direct Fuel Injector & Harness Assembly
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  7. Remove the direct fuel injectors and harness (1) as an assembly, and disconnect the electrical connector (2). If necessary, use the J 2619-01  slide hammerwith the J-37281-A  injector removerin order to remove the direct fuel injectors evenly.
  8. Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Injector Components
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  9. Remove and discard the following components from the fuel injectors (4).
    • Upper O-ring Seal (1)
    • Plastic Spacer (2)
    • Retaining Ring (3)
    • Isolator Cup (5)
    • Teflon Seal (6)
  10. Inspect the fuel rail injector bores and clean with the J-39313  adapter, and EN-47909  cleaning kit, if required.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.