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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1999 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 5.7L 🢒 Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Engine Compartment

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

    • J 34730-1A Fuel Pressure Gauge
    • J 37088-A Tool Set, Fuel Line Quick-Connect Separator

Notice: 

   • Do not repair the fuel feed or return pipes.
   • Replace the fuel feed and return pipes with original equipment or with parts that meet the GM specifications for those parts. The replacement pipe must have the same type of fittings as the original pipe in order to ensure the integrity of the connection.


    Object Number: 43560 Size: SH

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the left fuel rail cover.
  3. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief .

    4. Object Number: 329571 Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the quick-connect fitting at the fuel rail (1). Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  5. Disconnect the quick-connect fitting at the chassis fuel pipe (3). Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  6. Remove the fuel feed hose (2).
  7. Cap the chassis fuel pipe and the fuel rail pipe in order to prevent possible fuel system contamination.
  8. Inspect the hose for bends, kinks, chafing and cracks. Replace the hose as required.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 329571 Size: SH
  1. Remove the caps from the chassis fuel pipe and the fuel rail pipe.
  2. Connect the fuel feed hose (2) to the chassis fuel pipe (3). Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  3. Connect the fuel feed hose (2) to the fuel rail (1). Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .

    4. Object Number: 43560 Size: SH
  4. Tighten the fuel filler cap.
  5. Connect the negative battery cable.
  6. Inspect for leaks.
    7. 6.1. Turn the ignition switch ON for 2 seconds.
    6.2. Turn the ignition switch OFF for 10 seconds.
    6.3. Turn the ignition switch ON.
    6.4. Check for fuel leaks.
  7. Install the left fuel rail cover.
  8. Program the transmitters. Refer to Transmitter Programming/Synchronization in Keyless Entry.
  9. Perform the idle learn procedure. Refer to PCM Idle Learn Procedure .