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.
Fuel Insulator: Installation
- If substantial amount of fuel or parts cleaner come into contact with the fuel insulator, replace it with a new one.
- If only small amount of fuel comes into contact with the fuel insulator, wait for the fuel evaporate before installing it.
- Install the fuel pipe insulator No. 1 (B), and connect the connector (A) to the fuel injector #3.
- Install the fuel pipe insulator No. 5 (D), and connect the connector (C) to the fuel injector #4.
- Install the fuel pipe insulator No. 2 (A) and fuel pipe insulator No. 4 (B).
- Secure the engine wiring harness with the bolts.
Tightening torque:
6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)
- Install the fuel pump insulator (A) and fuel pipe insulator No. 3 (B).
- Install the bracket air conditioner. Ref. to INSTALLATION .
- Temporarily install the bolt that secures the A/C compressor.
- Install the intake manifold assembly. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DOTC)>INTAKE MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY>INSTALLATION .
- Connect the battery ground terminal. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
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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.
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