RAV4 4WD L4-2.0L (3S-FE) (1996)
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Disconnect the fuel pump connector.
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Start the engine. After the engine has stopped on its own, turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
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Put a container under the connection.
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Slowly loosen the connection.
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Disconnect the connection.
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Plug the connection with a rubber plug.
2. When connecting the flare nut or union bolt on the high pressure pipe union, observe the following procedures:
Union Bolt Type:
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Always use 2 new gaskets.
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Tighten the union bolt by hand.
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Tighten the union bolt to the specified torque.
Torque: 29 N.m (300 kgf.cm, 22 ft.lbf)
Flare Nut Type:
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Apply a light coat of engine oil to the flare nut, and tighten the flare nut by hand.
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Using SST, tighten the flare nut to specified torque.
SST 09631-22020
NOTICE: Do not rotate the fuel pipe, when tightening the flare nut.
Torque: 34 N.m (350 kgf.cm, 25 ft.lbf)
Using SST: 28 N.m (285 kgf.cm, 21 ft.lbf)
HINT: Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum
length of 30 cm (11.81 in.).