RAM 3500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2000)
Fuel Rail: Service and Repair
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.
Fig. 34 Fuel Rail Assembly (Typical)
CAUTION: The left and right fuel rails are replaced as an assembly. Do not attempt to separate the rail halves at the connecting hose. Due to the design
of this connecting hose (Fig. 34), it does use any clamps. Never attempt to install a clamping device of any kind to the hose. When removing the fuel rail
assembly for any reason, be careful not to bend or kink the connecting hose.
REMOVAL
1. Remove negative battery cable at battery.
2. Remove air cleaner.
3. Perform fuel pressure release procedure.
4. Remove throttle body from intake manifold.
Fig. 35 A/C Compressor Support Bracket (Typical)
5. If equipped with air conditioning, remove the A-shaped A/C compressor-to-intake manifold support bracket (three bolts) (Fig. 35).