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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Geo 🢒 1996 🢒 Prizm 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 1.8L 🢒 Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Chassis

Removal Procedure
  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .

    2. Object Number: 382442 Size: SH
  2. Remove the fuel feed line quick connect coupling cover (1) in the engine compartment.

    3. Object Number: 382450 Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the fuel feed hose quick connect coupling from the fuel feed chassis pipe. Use a shop towel to catch any remaining fuel that may leak.
  4. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  5. Disconnect the fuel tank supply hose quick connect coupling from the fuel feed chassis pipe. Use a shop towel to catch any remaining fuel that may leak.

    6. Object Number: 380157 Size: SH
  6. Remove the four nuts (2) and the one bolt from the EVAP/fuel pipe protector (1).
  7. Remove the EVAP/fuel pipe protector (1) from the vehicle underbody.
  8. Remove the one bolt from the fuel pipe front bulkhead support.
  9. Remove the fuel feed pipe from the vehicle underbody.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the fuel feed pipe to the vehicle underbody.

    2. Object Number: 380157 Size: SH
  2. Install the EVAP/fuel pipe protector (1) to the vehicle underbody.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the four nuts (2) and the one bolt to the EVAP/fuel pipe protector (1).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the four nuts and the bolt to 1.2-2.0 N·m (11-18 lb in).

  4. Connect the fuel tank supply hose quick connect coupling to the fuel feed chassis pipe.
  5. Secure the fuel pipe front bulkhead support with the one bolt.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the front bulkhead support bolt to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

  6. Lower the vehicle.

    7. Object Number: 382455 Size: SH
  7. Connect the fuel feed hose quick connect coupling to the fuel feed chassis pipe.

    8. Object Number: 382442 Size: SH
  8. Install the fuel feed line quick connect coupling cover (1).
  9. Connect the negative battery cable.

    10. Tighten
    Tighten the negative battery cable terminal retainer to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

  10. Turn ON the ignition in order to pressurize the fuel system.
  11. Turn OFF the ignition.
  12. Check for any fuel leaks.