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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC2009CANYON 4D PICKUP, 2.9 9REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM & FUEL SYSTEM - 2.9L - INTRODUCTION, SERVICE & REPAIRREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFUEL INJECTION FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2009 GMC Canyon 4D Pickup, 2.9 9

Removal Procedure

2009 GMC Canyon 4D Pickup, 2.9 9SECTION Removal Procedure
    Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Feed Line Quick Connect Fitting
    GM1769623Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief (Without CH-48027)  or Fuel Pressure Relief (With CH 48027) .
  2. Disconnect the fuel feed line quick connect fitting (1) from the fuel rail. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
    3. Fig 2: View Of EVAP Canister Purge Pipe, Throttle Body Module & EVAP Canister Purge Solenoid Valve
    GM1352026Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) purge tube from the throttle body control module (2) and the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve (3). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  4. Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
    5. Fig 3: View Of Engine Fuel Injector. Oxygen Sensor And ECT Sensor Electrical Connector
    GM1764574Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector from the fuel injector harness electrical connector (1).
  6. Before removal, clean the fuel rail assembly and the cylinder head with a spray type engine cleaner, GM X-30A or equivalent, if necessary. Follow the package instructions. Do not soak the fuel rail in liquid cleaning solvent.
    7. Fig 4: View Of Fuel Rail Bolts
    GM1766578Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the fuel rail bolts.
    8. CAUTION:
    • Remove the fuel rail assembly carefully in order to prevent damage to the injector electrical connector terminals and the injector spray tips. Support the fuel rail after the fuel rail is removed in order to avoid damaging the fuel rail components.
    • Cap the fittings and plug the holes when servicing the fuel system in order to prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering open pipes and passages.
  8. Remove the fuel rail from the cylinder head.
    9. Fig 5: Lubricating New Lower O-Ring Seals
    GM1770712Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove and discard the fuel injector lower O-ring seals from each fuel injector.
  10. If the fuel rail is not being replaced, proceed to the Installation Procedure.
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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.