Removal Procedure

2016 GMC Acadia SLE, FWDSECTION Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the fuel injection sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement .
  2. Remove the high pressure pump shield. Refer to Fuel Pipe Shield Replacement .
  3. Relieve fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Fuel Pressure Relief (High Side) .
  4. Fig 1: Identifying High Pressure Pipe Fitting, Left Fuel Rail & High Pressure Fuel Pipe
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  5. Remove the foam insulator from the pipes.
  6. Loosen the high pressure pipe fitting to the high pressure fuel pump (1).
  7. Loosen the high pressure pipe fitting to the left fuel rail (3).
  8. Remove the high pressure fuel pipe (2) from the vehicle. Discard the pipe.
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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.