H2 V8-6.2L (2008)
Fuel Supply Line: Service and Repair
Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Chassis
Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Chassis
Removal Procedure
1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief (With CH 48027) (See: Fuel Filter/Fuel Pressure Release/Service and
Repair/Fuel Pressure Relief (With CH 48027))Fuel Pressure Relief (Without CH 48027) (See: Fuel Filter/Fuel Pressure Release/Service and
Repair/Fuel Pressure Relief (Without CH 48027)) .
2. Clean all the fuel pipe connections and the surrounding areas before disconnecting the pipes in order to avoid possible contamination of the fuel
system.
3. Disconnect the fuel feed and return pipes (1, 2) from the fuel rail. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service (See: Fuel Line
Coupler/Service and Repair/Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service) .
4. Cap the fuel rail pipes.
5. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Maintenance) .
6. Remove the left hand catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement (See: Emission Control Systems/Catalytic Converter/Service
and Repair) .
7. Remove the fuel pipes from the bellhousing stud clip (4).
8. Remove the fuel pipes from the transmission bracket clip.
9. Disconnect the chassis fuel feed hose at the fuel filter. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service (See: Fuel Line Coupler/Service and
Repair/Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service) .
10. Cap the rear fuel pipes.
11. Note the position of the fuel pipes for aid in installation.
12. Remove the fuel pipes from the retaining clips.
13. Remove the fuel pipes.
Installation Procedure
Important:
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When replacing the fuel pipes, always replace them with original equipment or parts that meet the GM specifications for those parts.
The replacement pipes must have the same type of fittings as the original pipes in order to ensure the integrity of the connection.
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DO NOT use copper or aluminum tubing to replace steel tubing. Only tubing meeting the 124-M specification or the equivalent is
capable of meeting all pressure, corrosion and vibration characteristics necessary to ensure the durability standard required.
1. Install the fuel pipes into the retaining clips.
