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Old Sep 7, 2009 | 02:44 PM
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The how to's that I've seen all show how the remove the fuel line under the FRC. Is there some reason the fuel line can't be removed just forward of the firewall?

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Old Sep 7, 2009 | 03:26 PM
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The flex fuel line at the firewall disconnects the same as at the fuel rail. Remove clip, insert the special tool inside the fuel line to release tabs and pull line apart.
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Old Sep 7, 2009 | 03:36 PM
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The how to's that I've seen all show how the remove the fuel line under the FRC. Is there some reason the fuel line can't be removed just forward of the firewall?

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If you're just removing the FRCs it isn't necessary. I covered the fuel line with plastic wrap, removed the FRCs and installed painted ones. No issues, scratches etc.

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Old Sep 7, 2009 | 04:58 PM
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I bought the $7 fuel line disconnect tool from Advance Auto. I was a chicken sh-t!
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PS- Just remember to release the pressure by unscrewing the black cap on the fuel rail first or you'll be in for a surprise! Seriously, spraying gasoline is dangerous.
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I bought the $7 fuel line disconnect tool from Advance Auto. I was a chicken sh-t!
Jeff

PS- Just remember to release the pressure by unscrewing the black cap on the fuel rail first or you'll be in for a surprise! Seriously, spraying gasoline is dangerous.
If it's dark you'll need a lighter to see what you're doing.

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If it's dark you'll need a lighter to see what you're doing.

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That's bad. You must be a firefighter. That's firehouse humor.
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That's bad. You must be a firefighter. That's firehouse humor.
Nope, just a smartass.

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Originally Posted by Justasheet
I bought the $7 fuel line disconnect tool from Advance Auto. I was a chicken sh-t!
Jeff

PS- Just remember to release the pressure by unscrewing the black cap on the fuel rail first or you'll be in for a surprise! Seriously, spraying gasoline is dangerous.
There's a good heads up. I'd have never thought of it.
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