Installation; Fuel Lines; Description - Fuel Lines/Hoses And Clamps; Standard Procedure - Hoses And Clamp - Dodge Intrepid Service Manual

14 - 6 FUEL DELIVERY
FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT / SENSOR (Continued)

INSTALLATION

(1) Insert level sensor wires in bottom of stand-
pipe.
(2) Wrap wires into groove in back of level sensor
(Fig. 7).
Fig. 7 LEVEL SENSOR
1 - STANDPIPE OPENING
2 - GROOVE
3 - BACK OF LEVEL SENSOR
(3) While feeding wires into standpipe, slide level
sensor up into installation channel until it snaps into
place. Ensure tab at bottom of sensor locks in place.
(4) Install level sensor wires in connector. Push
the wires up through the connector and then pull
them down until they lock in place. Ensure signal
and ground wires are installed in the correct position
(Fig. 3).
(5) Install retaining clip on connector.
(6) Push fuel pump/level sensor connector up into
bottom of fuel pump module electrical connector.
(7) Install fuel pump module. Refer to Fuel Pump
Module in this section.

FUEL LINES

DESCRIPTION - FUEL LINES/HOSES AND
CLAMPS
Also refer to Quick-Connect Fittings.
WARNING: THE FUEL SYSTEM IS UNDER A CON-
STANT PRESSURE (EVEN WITH THE ENGINE OFF).
BEFORE SERVICING ANY FUEL SYSTEM HOSES,
FITTINGS OR LINES, THE FUEL SYSTEM PRES-
SURE MUST BE RELEASED. REFER TO THE FUEL
SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE PROCEDURE IN
THIS GROUP.
The lines/tubes/hoses used on fuel injected vehicles
are of a special construction. This is due to the
higher fuel pressures and the possibility of contami-
nated fuel in this system. If it is necessary to replace
these lines/tubes/hoses, only those marked EFM/EFI
may be used.
If equipped: The hose clamps used to secure rub-
ber hoses on fuel injected vehicles are of a special
rolled edge construction. This construction is used to
prevent the edge of the clamp from cutting into the
hose. Only these rolled edge type clamps may be
used in this system. All other types of clamps may
cut into the hoses and cause high-pressure fuel leaks.
Use new original equipment type hose clamps.

STANDARD PROCEDURE - HOSES AND CLAMP

Inspect all hose connections (clamps and quick con-
nect fittings) for completeness and leaks. Replace
cracked, scuffed, or swelled hoses. Replace hoses that
rub against other vehicle components or show sign of
wear.
Fuel injected vehicles use specially constructed
hoses. When replacing hoses, only use hoses marked
EFM/EFI.
When installing hoses, ensure that they are routed
away from contact with other vehicle components
that could rub against them and cause failure. Avoid
contact with clamps or other components that cause
abrasions or scuffing. Ensure that rubber hoses are
properly routed and avoid heat sources.
The hose clamps have rolled edges to prevent the
clamp from cutting into the hose. Only use clamps
that are original equipment or equivalent. Other
types of clamps may cut into the hoses and cause
high pressure fuel leaks. Tighten hose clamps to 1
N·m (10 in. lbs.) torque.
Inspect all hose connections such as clamps, cou-
plings and fittings to make sure they are secure and
leaks are not present. The component should be
replaced immediately if there is any evidence of deg-
radation that could result in failure.
Never attempt to repair a plastic fuel line/tube.
Replace as necessary.
Avoid contact of any fuel tubes/hoses with other
vehicle components that could cause abrasions or
scuffing. Be sure that the plastic fuel lines/tubes are
properly routed to prevent pinching and to avoid heat
sources.
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