Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Fuel Injector: Service and Repair

FUEL INJECTORS

REMOVAL

1. WARNING:
- Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and can be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
- Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. Before working on or disconnecting any of the fuel lines or fuel system components, the fuel system pressure must be relieved. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.


Remove the fuel injection supply manifold.







2. CAUTION: Use O-ring seals that are made of special fuel-resistant material. Use of ordinary O-ring seals can cause the fuel system to leak. Do not reuse the O-ring seals.

Remove the fuel injectors.
1 Remove the retaining clip.
2 Remove the fuel injector.
- Remove and discard the fuel injector O-rings.

INSTALLATION







1. NOTE: Install new O-rings and lubricate with clean engine oil.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.