Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Ensure that the fuel rail crossover pipe, right fuel rails fittings and left fuel rail fittings are clean and dry prior to assembly.
  2. Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Rail Crossover Pipe & Right Fuel Rail
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  3. Position the fuel rail crossover pipe (1) to the right fuel rails fitting (2) and left fuel rail fitting (3).
  4. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  5. Tighten the fuel rail crossover pipe fittings.
    1. Tighten the fittings first pass to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
    2. Tighten the fittings final pass to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).
  6. NOTE: If a fuel leak accrues at the right fuel rail fitting (2) or left fuel rail fitting (3), that component will need to be replaced.
  7. Inspect for leaks using the following procedure:
    1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds.
    2. Turn OFF the ignition, for 10 seconds.
    3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
    4. Inspect for fuel leaks.
  8. Install the low side fuel pressure service port cap.
  9. Install the fuel tank cap.
  10. Install the upper intake manifold. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Replacement (LCS) .
  11. Install the high pressure pump shield. Refer to Fuel Pipe Shield ReplacementΒ .
  12. Install the drive motor generator power inverter module. Refer to Drive Motor Generator Power Inverter Module Removal and Installation .
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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