RAM 2500 Van V8-5.9L VIN Z (1997)
Fig. 18 Fuel Line Disconnection - Typical
6. Insert special fuel line removal tool (Snap-On number FIH 9055-1 or equivalent) into the fuel line. Use this tool to release the locking fingers in
the end of the line.
7. With the special tool still inserted, pull the fuel line from the fuel rail.
8. After disconnection, the locking fingers will remain within the quick-connect fitting at the end of the fuel line.
9. Inspect fuel line fitting, locking fingers and fuel rail fitting for damage. Replace as necessary
10. Prior to connecting the fuel line to the fuel rail, check condition of both fittings. Clean the parts with a lint-free cloth. Lubricate them with clean
engine oil.
11. Insert the fuel line onto the fuel rail until a click is felt.
12. Verify a locked condition by firmly pulling on fuel line and fitting (15-30 lbs.).
13. Install latch clip (snaps into position). If the latch clip will not fit, this indicates the fuel line is not properly installed to the fuel rail. Recheck the
fuel line connection.
14. Connect negative battery cable to battery
15. Start engine and check for leaks.
W/O Pressure Test Port
Fig 19 Latch Clip -- Engines Without Test Port
A special latch clip is used to secure the fuel line to the fuel rail on this particular engine.
DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION AT FUEL RAIL
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable from battery.
2. Perform the fuel pressure release procedure.
3. Clean the fitting of any foreign material before disassembly
4. Compress clip fingers and pull clip straight up for removal.
5. Pull the fuel line from the fuel rail.
6. After disconnection the locking fingers will remain within the quick-connect fitting in the fuel rail.
7. Inspect fuel line fitting, locking fingers and fuel rail fitting for damage. Replace as necessary
8. Prior to connecting the fuel line to the fuel rail, check condition of both fittings. Clean the parts with a lint-free cloth. Lubricate them with clean
engine oil.
9. Insert the fuel line into the fuel rail.
10. Install latch clip with fingers down (snaps into position). The fingers should protrude below the fuel rail if properly installed. If the latch clip will
not fit, this indicates the fuel line is not properly installed to the fuel rail. Recheck the fuel line connection.
