2004 Chevrolet Impala LSFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Installation Procedure

CAUTION: In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury that may result from a fuel leak, always install the fuel injector O-rings in the proper position. If the upper and lower O-rings are different colors (black and brown), be sure to install the black O-ring in the upper position and the brown O-ring in the lower position on the fuel injector. The O-rings are the same size but are made of different materials.
  1. The O-rings must be replaced on all components that are serviced.
  2. Lightly oil the fuel injector O-rings with clean engine oil.
  3. Place the fuel rail assembly on the intake manifold.
  4. Seat the fuel injectors by HAND.
    5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the fuel rail hold-down nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  6. Install the fuel rail-hold down stud.

    Tighten:  Tighten the stud to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    7. Fig 1: Installing Fuel Rail (L67)
    GM12256Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the wiring harness to the engine mount strut.
  8. Install the left engine mount strut bolt and nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 48 N.m (35 lb ft).

    Fig 2: Left Engine Mount Strut Bolt & Nut
    GM327466Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the fuel injector electrical harness clips holding harness to the front and the rear of fuel rail.
    10. Fig 3: Installing Fuel Injector Electrical Harness Clips
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  10. Connect the fuel injector electrical connectors.
    11. Fig 4: View Of Fuel Injector Electrical Connectors
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  11. Install the bypass valve actuator. Refer to Bypass Valve Actuator Replacement .
  12. Install the rear generator mounting bracket and generator. Refer toGenerator Replacement (3.4L) or Generator Replacement (3.8L) in Engine Electrical.
  13. Install the ignition coil wires to the coil, and the retainer clips to the top of super charger.
  14. Connect the vacuum line to the fuel pressure regulator.
    15. Fig 5: View Of Vacuum Line At Pressure Regulator
    GM155470Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Connect the fuel feed pipe (2) and the fuel return pipe (1) to the fuel rail. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Metal Collar) .
    16. Fig 6: Connecting Fuel Feed Pipe & Fuel Return Pipe (L67)
    GM32404Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer toBattery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
  17. Inspect for leaks.
    1. Turn ON the ignition for 2 seconds.
    2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
    3. Turn ON the ignition.
    4. Inspect for fuel leaks.
  18. Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer toFuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.8L.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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