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
- Use care when servicing the fuel system components, especially the fuel injector electrical connectors, the fuel injector tips, and the injector O-rings. Plug the inlet and the outlet ports of the fuel rail in order to prevent contamination.
- Do not use compressed air to clean the fuel rail assembly as this may damage the fuel rail components.
- Do not immerse the fuel rail assembly in a solvent bath in order to prevent damage to the fuel rail assembly.
- If the fuel injectors were removed from the fuel rail, refer to Fuel Injector ReplacementΒ .
- Lubricate the fuel injector O-rings using GM P/N 12345616, (Canadian P/N 993182).
- Install the fuel injector nozzles into the lower intake manifold injector bores.
- Press on the fuel rail (2) using the palms of both hands until the fuel injectors are fully seated.
- Install the fuel rail attaching bolts (1).
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the injector electrical harness to the fuel rail.
- Apply lubricant to the fuel injector electrical connectors. GM P/N 12377900, (Canadian P/N 10953529).
- Connect the fuel injector electrical connectors.
- Connect the coolant temperature sensor and camshaft position sensor electrical connectors.
- Connect the main fuel injector electrical harness connector.
- Connect the engine fuel feed pipe (3) to the fuel rail (1). Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Metal Collar)Β .
- Connect the EVAP pipe (5) to the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve (4). Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar)Β .
- Install the upper intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Installation - Upper in Engine Mechanical.
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Inspect for fuel leaks.
- Turn ON the ignition for 2 seconds.
- Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
- Turn ON the ignition.
- Inspect for fuel leaks.
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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.
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