Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J (2002)
Fuel Pressure Release: Service and Repair
Fuel Pressure Gage Installation and Removal
TOOLS REQUIRED
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J 34730-1A Fuel Pressure Gauge
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J 34730-262 Fuel Pressure Gage Fitting
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Caution and Fuel Gage Leak Caution in Service Precautions.
NOTE: Clean all of the following areas before performing any disconnections in order to avoid possible contamination in the system:
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The fuel pipe connections
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The hose connections
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The areas surrounding the connections
IMPORTANT: Position the fuel pressure gage fitting to avoid contact with the belt.
1. Install the J 34730-1A with the J 34730-262 to the fuel pressure service connection, located on the fuel rail.
2. Turn ON the ignition.
CAUTION: Refer to Fuel Storage Caution in Service Precautions.
3. Place the bleed hose of the fuel pressure gage into an approved gasoline container.
4. Open the bleed valve on the fuel pressure gage in order to bleed the air from the fuel pressure gage.
5. Command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool until all of the air is bled out of the gage.
6. Close the bleed valve on the fuel pressure gage.
7. Command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool.
8. Inspect for fuel leaks.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
