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
2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Lubricate the new lower injector O-ring seals with clean engine oil.
- Install the new O-ring seals on the spray tip end of each injector.
- Install the fuel rail assembly (1).
- Apply a 5 mm (0.2 in) band of threadlock GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489) or equivalent, to the threads of the fuel rail bolts (2).
Install the fuel rail attaching bolts (2).
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the fuel injector harness in-line connector (3) to the rocker cover.
- Connect the fuel injector harness in-line connector (3) to the engine wire harness.
- Connect the fuel feed pipe (3) to the fuel rail (2). Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Metal Collar)Β .
- Connect the fuel injector electrical connectors.
- Install the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
- Inspect for leaks.
- 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.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- 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.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.