Repair; Fuel Pressure Regulator Replacement - Buell XB 2008 Series Service Manual

With fuel tank drained, gasoline can spill from bore when
supply valve is loosened or removed. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive, which could result in
death or serious injury. Wipe up spilled fuel immediately
and dispose of rags in a suitable manner. (00277a)
9. See Figure 4-38. Remove fuel supply line banjo fitting (2)
from fuel supply stud (3).
10. Remove four fuel pump fasteners.
11. See Figure 4-31. Assemble fuel pump puller.
a. Slide washer onto bolt.
b. Thread bolt assembly into hole in main body (1).
12. See Figure 4-32. Place the main body of the fuel pump
puller over the fuel pump assembly.
13. Thread bolt into the threaded hole in the center of the fuel
pump assembly until snug.
14. Thread the nut down the shaft of the bolt until it makes
contact with the main body of the fuel pump puller.
15. Place wrench onto nut and another wrench onto the bolt.
Hold the bolt stationary and turn nut clockwise until fuel
pump is pulled free from frame.
16. Remove tool from fuel pump.
NOTE
When pivoting the swingarm/rear wheel assembly it is neces-
sary to note the location of the oil lines. Excessive movement
may damage the oil lines.
17. Raise the scissor jack until the lower shock clevis clears
the swingarm mount. Pivot the swingarm/rear wheel to
gain adequate clearance and remove fuel pump.
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1. Main body
2. Washer
3. Nut
4. Bolt
Figure 4-31. Fuel Pump Puller
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1. Turn clockwise
2. Hold stationary
Figure 4-32. Fuel Pump Removal

REPAIR

Fuel Pressure Regulator Replacement

1. Remove fuel pump assembly from tank. See
PUMP, Removal in this section.
2. See Figure 4-33. Remove the plastic retaining ring (1)
securing the fuel pressure regulator (3) in place.
3. Remove and discard o-rings from regulator.
4. Install new o-rings on new regulator. Press new regulator
into place.
5. Install plastic retaining ring (1).
6. Install fuel pump assembly. See
Installation in this section.
2008 XB Service: Fuel System 4-21
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4.13 FUEL
4.13 FUEL PUMP,