Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
2011 GMC Acadia SLT, FWDSECTION Installation Procedure
- Ensure that the fuel rail crossover pipe, right fuel rails fittings and left fuel rail fittings are clean and dry prior to assembly.
- Lubricate the pipes with silicon free engine oil GM P/N 12345610 (Canadian P/N 993193) or equivalent.
- Position the fuel rail crossover pipe (1) to the right fuel rails fitting (2) and left fuel rail fitting (3).
- Tighten the fuel rail crossover pipe fittings.
- Tighten the fittings first pass to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Tighten the fittings final pass to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).
- Inspect for leaks using the following procedure:
- Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds.
- Turn OFF the ignition, for 10 seconds.
- Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
- Inspect for fuel leaks.
- Install the low side fuel pressure service port cap.
- Install the fuel tank cap.
- Install the high pressure pump shield. Refer to Fuel Pipe Shield Replacement .
- Install the fuel injection sight shield. Refer to FUEL INJECTOR SIGHT SHIELD REPLACEMENT .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
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.
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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.