EVAP Hoses/Pipes Replacement - Engine/Chassis

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: Clean all the fuel pipe connections and surrounding areas before disconnecting the pipes in order to avoid possible fuel system contamination.




1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure.
2. Disconnect the fuel feed and return pipes (1) at the fuel rail.
3. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge tube (3).
4. Cap the fuel rail and EVAP pipes.
5. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
6. Remove the fuel pipe bracket nut (2).
7. Remove the fuel pipe bracket from the bellhousing stud.




8. Remove the fuel hose/pipe clip from the bracket on the automation transmission.




9. If equipped with 4-wheel drive (4WD), remove the fuel hose/pipe clip from the bracket on the transfer case.




10. Remove the front fuel tank.
11. Disconnect the front fuel hoses/pipes from the rear fuel hoses/pipes.
12. Cap the rear fuel hoses/pipes.
13. Remove the fuel hose/pipe bracket nuts.
14. Remove the front EVAP/fuel hose/pipe assembly.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the front EVAP/fuel hose/pipe assembly.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the fuel hose/pipe bracket nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

3. Connect the front fuel hose/pipes to the rear fuel hose/pipes.
4. Install the front fuel tank.




5. If equipped 4WD, install the fuel hose/pipe clip to the bracket on the transfer case.




6. Install the fuel hose/pipe clip to the bracket on the automation transmission.




7. Install the fuel pipe bracket to the bellhousing stud.
8. Install the fuel pipe bracket nut (2).

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Remove the caps from the fuel rail and EVAP pipes.
11. Connect the EVAP canister purge tube (3).
12. Connect the fuel feed and return pipes (1) at the fuel rail.
13. Install the fuel fill cap.
14. Connect the negative battery cable.
15. Use the following procedure in order to Inspect for leaks:
15.1. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF, for 2 seconds.
15.2. Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
15.3. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
15.4. Inspect for fuel leaks.