4-14 Chapter 4 Fuel and exhaust systems

15 Fuel filter - removal and

installation
Warning: Gasoline is extremely flammable,
so take extra precautions when you work on
any part of the fuel system (see the Warning
in Section 2).
Removal
Refer to illustration. 15.1
1 The in-line fuel filter mounts to the frame
above the rear of the fuel tank, near the filler
neck (see illustration).
2 Remove the fuel tank filler cap to relieve
fuel tank pressure.
3 Perform the fuel pressure relief proce-
dure (see Section 2).
4 Disconnect the negative battery cable
from the ground stud on the left shock tower
(see Chapter 5, Section 1).
5 Working inside the trunk, fold back the
trunk mat near the base of the left shock
tower. Locate the fuel pump wiring harness
4-pin connector and disconnect it from the
wiring harness (see illustration 2.3). Follow
the fuel pump wiring to the grommet at the
base of the rear seat. Tie a length of string to
the fuel pump wiring harness and secure the
other end somewhere in the trunk (this will
allow you to easily retrieve the wiring har-
ness). Push the grommet through the floor-
pan and feed the wiring and 4 pin connector
through the hole.
6 Raise the vehicle and support it securely
on jackstands.
7 Position an approved gasoline container
under the fuel tank drain plug. If necessary,
use a funnel to prevent spilling fuel. Warning:
The fuel tank capacity is 16 gallons. Unless
the fuel tank is almost empty, be prepared to
collect a significant amount of fuel. Do not
leave the fuel tank draining operation unat-
tended. Be prepared to replace the drain plug
in case the fuel tank capacity exceeds the
container capacity. Remove the drain plug
(see illustration 5.6) and drain the fuel into
the container.
8 After the fuel has finished draining, rein-
stall the drain plug and tighten it to the torque
li sted in this Chapter's Specifications.
9 Support the fuel tank with a floor jack.
Place a piece of wood between the jack head
and the fuel tank to protect the tank.
10 Remove the driver's side fuel tank strap
(the long strap).
11 Loosen, but do not remove, the passen-
ger side fuel tank strap so the fuel tank filler
neck just touches the rear suspension cross-
member. Caution: Do not let the weight of
the fuel tank rest on the filler neck! Support it
with the jack at all times.
12 Label and disconnect the quick-connect
fuel line fittings (see Section 4 if necessary)
connecting the fuel filter to the fuel system.
13 Detach the fuel filter from its mounting
and remove it from the vehicle.
Installation
14 Installation is the reverse of removal.
15.1 The fuel filter (arrow) is tucked up
behind the fuel tank and mounted to
the frame above the rear
suspension crossmember
15 Assemble the fuel line quick-connect fit-
tings as described in Section 4. Verify the fit-
tings are securely assembled by trying to pull
them apart. Note: The fuel filter larger line fit-
ting attaches to the fuel pump module "sup-
ply" port and the smaller fitting attaches to
the "return" port.
16 Tighten the fuel tank strap bolts to the
torque given in this Chapter's Specifications.
17 Pressurize the system and check for
leaks.
16 Fuel rail and injectors - check,
removal and installation
Warning: Gasoline is extremely flammable,
so take extra precautions when you work on
any part of the fuel system (see the Warning
in Section 2).
Fuel injector operation check
Refer to illustrations 16.6 and 16.7
1 Start the engine and allow it warm up to
normal operating temperature.
2 Remove the air cleaner assembly (see
Section 9).
3 If the vehicle is not equipped with a
tachometer, connect one to the engine in
accordance with the tool manufacturer's
instructions.
4 Make sure all test equipment is posi-
tioned away from the drivebelts and cooling
fans, then start the engine. With the engine
idling, detach each fuel injector electrical
connector one-at-a-time, and note the rpm
change on the tachometer, then reconnect
the injector. Note: On V6 engines, this test
can only be applied to the left bank of fuel
injectors and only after removing the air inlet
resonator (see Section 9). If the rpm change
is approximately the same for each cylinder,
the injectors are operating correctly. If dis-
connecting a particular injector fails to
16.6 Measure the resistance of each
injector. It should be approximately
12 ohms
change the engine rpm, proceed to the next
Step. If the fuel injectors are operating prop-
erly, check the ignition system (see Chap-
ter 5), condition of the spark plugs and wires
(see Chapter 1) and, if necessary, perform a
compression check (see Chapter 2C) to
determine the cause of the dead cylinder.
5 On V6 engines, remove the upper intake
manifold (see Chapter 2B).
6 Disconnect the injector electrical con-
nectors and using an ohmmeter, measure the
resistance of each injector (see illustration).
Compare the measured resistance to the
value given this Chapter's Specifications. If
the resistance is not within specifications,
replace the injector.
7 If the resistance is as specified, connect
a special injector harness test light (com-
monly known as a "noid light" which is avail-
able at most auto parts stores) to the injector
electrical connector (see illustration). If the
li ght flashes, the injector is receiving voltage.
If there is no voltage, check the ASD relay
operation (see Section 3). If the ASD relay is
OK, check the injector wiring circuit for a
short, a break in the wire or a bad connection
(see Chapter 12 if necessary).
8 With the electrical connector removed
from the injector, use a fused jumper wire to
connect one terminal of the injector to the
positive remote terminal of the battery near
the Power Distribution Center (PDC). Attach
another jumper wire to the other terminal on
the fuel injector. Make sure the jumper wires
are properly insulated from each other! Using
the grounded jumper wire, quickly connect
and disconnect it to a solid ground on the
engine. Note: Do not subject the fuel injector
to battery voltage any longer than necessary.
Each time the injector is energized and de-
energized, the injector should make an audi-
ble "clicking" sound. If no sound is heard.
replace the injector. Repeat the test for each
injector.
9 If the fuel injectors are operating prop-
erly, install all removed components in the
reverse order of removal.