Aeromotive 13102 User Manual

AEROMOTIVE Part # 13102

AND Part # 13103

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Installation of this product requires detailed knowledge of automotive
systems and repair procedures. We recommend that this installation be carried
out by a qualified automotive technician.

Installation of this product requires handling of gasoline. Ensure you are
working in a well ventilated area with an approved fire extinguisher nearby.
Extinguish all open flames, prohibit smoking and eliminate all sources of ignition
in the area of the vehicle before proceeding with the installation.

When installing this product, wear eye goggles and other safety apparel as
needed to protect yourself from debris and sprayed gasoline.

CAUTION:

WARNING!

The fuel system is under pressure. Do not open the fuel system until the
pressure has been relieved. Refer to the appropriate vehicle service manual for
the procedure and precautions for relieving the fuel system pressure.

NOTE: Testing the enclosed regulator by applying air pressure or vacuum to the vacuum port with a hand­held pump will yield poor results, due to the slight air leakage through the adjustment screw threads. This
minute leakage, which is typical of all adjustable fuel pressure regulators, does not, in any way, affect the
performance of the regulator.

Aeromotive system components are not legal for sale or use on emission controlled motor vehicles.

The following steps are typical of most installations:

1. Once the engine has been allowed to cool, disconnect the negative battery cable and relieve the fuel

system pressure.

2. Remove any cosmetic covers necessary to allow access to the fuel pressure regulator. Some models

require removal of the intake manifold plenum to install this product. If your vehicle requires removal
of any peripherals, refer to the appropriate vehicle service manual for the procedure for doing so.

3. Remove the vacuum line from the top of the O.E. regulator.

4. Place shop towels around the regulator to catch any gasoline that is spilled during this step of the

installation. Remove the regulator mounting bolts and carefully remove the regulator from the fuel rail.

5. Apply light oil to the o-rings supplied in the Aeromotive package.

6. Install the new Aeromotive regulator using the reverse of the foregoing removal procedure.

7. Once the regulator is installed, attach a suitable fuel pressure gauge to the fuel system schrader valve

or the 1/8 NPT port on the fuel pressure regulator.

8. Reattach and reconnect any peripherals that were removed to gain access to the regulator.

9. Ensure that any spilled gasoline and any gasoline soaked shop towels are cleaned up and

removed from the vicinity of the vehicle!

10. Reconnect the battery and turn the ignition to the ON position WITHOUT starting the car. After several

seconds, check the fuel pressure. If there is no fuel pressure, turn the ignition key to the OFF position,
wait one minute, return the ignition to the ON position, and recheck the fuel pressure. Repeat this
ignition OFF and ON procedure until the fuel pressure gauge registers fuel pressure.

11. With the fuel pressure gauge registering fuel system pressure, check for fuel leaks from and

around the Aeromotive regulator and all fuel lines and connections near the regulator! If any
fuel leaks are found, turn the ignition key to the OFF position, remove any spilled fuel and
repair the leak before proceeding!

12. Once the fuel pressure gauge registers fuel system pressure and there are no fuel leaks, start the

engine and adjust the regulator to the desired fuel pressure. Turning the adjustment screw clockwise
will increase fuel pressure. OEM regulators are typically set at approximately 43 psi, without the
vacuum line attached. The fuel pressure adjustment range for this regulator is 35-75 psi and we
recommend setting the static pressure (no vacuum) at 48 psi.

13. Once the desired fuel pressure is achieved, tighten the regulator adjustment jam nut and attach the

vacuum line.

14. Turn off the engine and allow it to cool. If the schrader valve was utilized to check fuel system

pressure, remove the fuel pressure gauge and replace the cover on the schrader valve. If the 1/8 NPT
port on the Aeromotive regulator was utilized to check fuel system pressure and you do not want to
keep the fuel pressure gauge on the vehicle, relieve the fuel system pressure as instructed in the
appropriate vehicle service manual. Remove the fuel pressure gauge and reinstall the 1/8 NPT pipe
plug into the regulator gauge port, using thread sealant.

15. Test drive the car to insure proper operation and re-check the fuel system for leaks. If any leaks are

found, immediately shutoff the engine and repair the leak(s)!

Thanks for purchasing another quality product designed, engineered and manufactured in

Kansas City, USA!

AEROMOTIVE, INC.

7805 Barton Street, Lenexa, KS 66214

913-647-7300 fax [phone]