Any insight on what this part is? 1997 850. Thanks

Colt99 · Post by **Colt99** » 02 Dec 2024, 15:03

Hey y'all, I was trying to replace my 97 850's thermostat, and had to undo this bolt thing to get to one of the thermostat's bolts, not knowing it was hollow, and the darn thing broke off. Any idea what it is so I can replace it?

Thanks, and happy holidays.

Post by **erikv11** » 02 Dec 2024, 15:31

You've disconnected the fuel line. The broken part is where the fuel line connects to the fuel rail - the broken nipple is part of the fuel rail.

I'd be looking for another fuel rail, get one used from from the junkyard or eBay etc, that's going to be the easiest way to get that piece either way, and get the car back up and running.

Post by **Chuck W** » 02 Dec 2024, 17:11

The piece that fitting is on also can be removed from the fuel rail. That steel clip bracket holds it in place. It's sealed into the rail with o-rings. I've had to pull them apart and replace the o-rings because it was leaking.
Just as easy tp replace the entire fuel rail though.