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jaxwert
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Mar 20, 2023, 11:19 AM

Post #1 of 13 (1792 views)
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I am replacing a fuel rail dampener.
This is for an 09 Pontiac Vibe.
The manual says to discharge fuel pressure and then disconnect the fuel line.
Is this the fuel line that I circled in red? Or is there another line I have to disconnect?






Hammer Time
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Mar 20, 2023, 12:36 PM

Post #2 of 13 (1788 views)
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We can't see anything with the size of those pictures.

We can check for diagrams ourselves but you didn't post the engine size.

Also, why are you replacing the damper?



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(This post was edited by Hammer Time on Mar 20, 2023, 12:38 PM)


jaxwert
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Mar 20, 2023, 3:17 PM

Post #3 of 13 (1759 views)
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It's a 2.4 engine. I'm replacing the dampener because it's leaking.I uploaded bigger pics:


















Hammer Time
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Mar 20, 2023, 3:38 PM

Post #4 of 13 (1756 views)
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Yes, the top picture is the fuel line connection.

There are 2 types of connectors but I can't see them as there is a plastic cover over the connection that has to be removed.

Type 1
This type you just squeeze the 2 tabs. Pushing the lines together first may make it easier.



Type 2

This type requires a special, inexpensive release tool.





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jaxwert
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Mar 20, 2023, 5:07 PM

Post #5 of 13 (1744 views)
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Thank you. I have a disconnect tool if I need it.
Do I also have to remove the air cleaner cap and hose? Or can I leave it on?


Hammer Time
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Mar 20, 2023, 5:10 PM

Post #6 of 13 (1742 views)
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You can remove anything that is in your way but I wouldn't expect you would need to.



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jaxwert
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Mar 22, 2023, 9:24 AM

Post #7 of 13 (1687 views)
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I can't get the disconnect tool to go all in because of this hump. And the furthest that the fuel line will come forward is right up to this the first hump. Do know any other way how I can get this off?



Hammer Time
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Mar 22, 2023, 9:29 AM

Post #8 of 13 (1684 views)
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Have you tried pulling it apart? It looks like it's already released. That bump is the thing that catches behind the inside clips to lock it in.



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jaxwert
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Mar 22, 2023, 9:48 AM

Post #9 of 13 (1677 views)
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There are 2 bumps so it won’t pull out


Hammer Time
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Mar 22, 2023, 10:04 AM

Post #10 of 13 (1668 views)
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Then you are going to need a different disconnect tool. They sell a lot of different ones for different situations.

Here's an example the type you are looking for.





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Tom Greenleaf
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Mar 22, 2023, 10:26 AM

Post #11 of 13 (1664 views)
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? Just went blind searching this out. What I see in YOUR pic that should pull out.

Now: How is the pressure regulator/damper if you wish UNDER IT? Just feel if a hex or elbow- I'm finding more types used than is funny.

Right now that line now exposed should move towards air intake. As the for item leaking I couldn't get a conclusive one only item OMG $10 or less to almost $200. Something is messed up with instructions it should have a 2 cent rubber "O" ring to leak or diaphragm to leak??

Careful not to bust things or bend line. IDK how your info gave you exact directions?

Tom



jaxwert
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Mar 23, 2023, 6:59 PM

Post #12 of 13 (1639 views)
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well I finally got the line disconnected and replaced the damper.No leaks so far. Thanks for your help Hammer.


Hammer Time
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Mar 23, 2023, 7:01 PM

Post #13 of 13 (1637 views)
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You're welcome.

Closing this now as solved



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