Dakota Quad Cab 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2002)
Fig. 25 Injector Retaining
13. Remove clip(s) retaining injector(s) to fuel rail (Fig. 24) or (Fig. 25).
INSTALLATION
WARNING: THE FUEL SYSTEM IS UNDER A CONSTANT PRESSURE (EVEN WITH ENGINE TURNED OFF). BEFORE
SERVICING FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY, FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MUST BE RELEASED.
To release fuel pressure, refer to Fuel System Pressure Release Procedure in this group.
CAUTION: The left and right fuel rails are replaced as an assembly. Do not attempt to separate rail halves at connecting hose (Fig. 21). Due to the
design of this connecting hose, it does not use any clamps. Never attempt to install a clamping device of any kind to hose. When removing fuel rail
assembly for any reason, be careful not to bend or kink connecting hose.
1. Apply a small amount of clean engine oil to each fuel injector O-ring. This will help in fuel rail installation.
2. Install injector(s) and injector clip(s) to fuel rail.
3. Position fuel rail/fuel injector assembly to injector openings on intake manifold.
4. Guide each injector into intake manifold. Be careful not to tear injector O-ring.
5. Push right fuel rail down until fuel injectors have bottomed on injector shoulder. Push left fuel rail down until fuel injectors have bottomed on
injector shoulder.
6. Install fuel rail mounting bolts.
7. Connect electrical connector to intake manifold air temperature sensor.
8. Connect electrical connectors at all fuel injectors. To install connector, refer to (Fig. 23). Push connector onto injector (1) and then push and lock
red colored slider (2). Verify connector is locked to injector by lightly tugging on connector.
9. Install A/C support bracket (if equipped).
10. Install throttle body to intake manifold. Refer to Throttle Body installation in this group.
11. Install fuel tube (line) at side of fuel rail. Refer to Quick-Connect Fittings for procedures.
12. Install air cleaner.
13. Connect battery cable to battery.
14. Start engine and check for leaks.
