Century Estate Wagon L4-151 2.5L VIN R TBI (1987)
When it is impractical to replace an entire fuel line to repair localized damage, use the following procedure:
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When rubber hose is used to replace pipe, use only reinforced fuel-resistant hose which is identified with the word "Fluoroelastomer" on the hose.
The inside diameter of the hose must match the outside pipe diameter.
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Do not use rubber hose within 100 mm (4 inches) of any part of the exhaust system, or within 254 mm (10 inches) of the catalytic converter.
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In repairable areas, cut a piece of hose 100 mm (4 inches) longer than the portion of line removed. If more than a 6 inch length of pipe is removed,
use a combination of steel pipe and hose so that hose lengths will not be more than 254 mm (10 inches).
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Follow the same routing as the original pipe.
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Cut the ends of the pipe, remaining on the car, square with a tubing cutter. Using the first step of a double flaring tool, form a bead on the end of
each pipe section. If the pipe is too corroded to withstand the beading operation without damage, the pipe should be replaced. If a new section of
pipe is used, form a bead on both ends of it also.
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Use a screw type hose clamp NO. #2494772, or equivalent. Slide the clamps onto the pipe and push hoses 51 mm (2 inches) onto each portion of
the fuel pipe. Tighten the clamps on each side of the repair.
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Pipes must be properly secured to the frame to prevent chaffing.
