Corvette V8-5.7L VIN G (1997)
Fuel Return Line: Service and Repair
Rear Pipes
CAUTIONS:
-
Replace the EVAP pipes and hoses with the original equipment or parts that meet the GM specifications for those parts. The replacement EVAP
pipe must have the same type of fittings as the original pipe in order to ensure the integrity of the connection.
-
When replacing EVAP hoses use only reinforced fuel-resistant hose identified with the word Fluoroelastomer or GM 6163-M on the hose. The
inside hose diameter must match the outside pipe diameter.
-
Do not use rubber hose within 100 mm (4 in) of any part of the exhaust system or within 254 mm (10 in) of the catalytic converter.
-
Do not repair the fuel feed or return pipes.
-
Replace the fuel feed and return pipes with original equipment or with parts that meet the GM specifications for those parts. The replacement pipe
must have the same type of fittings as the original pipe in order to ensure the integrity of the connection.
Description
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the left fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement (Left w/Auto Trans) or Fuel Tank Replacement (Left w/Manual Trans).
2. Disconnect the fuel sender fuel feed pipe (3) (jet pump to left tank).
3. Disconnect the fuel feed pipe (8) at the fuel filter.
4. Disconnect the fuel feed rear crossover pipe (9) (left tank to jet pump).
Description
5. Disconnect the fuel return rear pipe (2).
6. Remove the left side rear fuel pipes.
7. Cap the fuel filter inlet.
8. Cap the chassis fuel return pipe.
9. Remove the right fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement (Right w/Auto Trans) or Fuel Tank Replacement (Right w/Manual Trans).
10. Disconnect the EVAP purge pipe (2) at the chassis EVAP purge pipe (1).
11. Cap the chassis EVAP purge pipe.
