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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 34730-1A Fuel Pressure Gage

Installation Procedure

Caution: Gasoline or gasoline vapors are highly flammable. A fire could occur if an ignition source is present. Never drain or store gasoline or diesel fuel in an open container, due to the possibility of fire or explosion. Have a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher nearby.

    Caution: Refer to Fuel and Evaporative Emission Pipe Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 180378  Size: SH

    Caution: Wrap a shop towel around the fuel pressure connection in order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury. The towel will absorb any fuel leakage that occurs during the connection of the fuel pressure gage. Place the towel in an approved container when the connection of the fuel pressure gage is complete.

  1. Install the J 34730-1A to the fuel pressure service connection, located on the fuel rail.
  2. Turn ON the ignition.
  3. Caution: Do not drain the fuel into an open container. Never store the fuel in an open container due to the possibility of a fire or an explosion.

  4. Place the bleed hose of the fuel pressure gage into an approved gasoline container.
  5. Open the bleed valve on the fuel pressure gage in order to bleed the air from the fuel pressure gage.
  6. Command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool.
  7. Close the bleed valve on the fuel pressure gage.
  8. Inspect for fuel leaks.