Installation of the Fuel Return Valve [CFMI]
TASK 73-11-50-400-001-A
Installation of the Fuel Return Valve
1. Reason for the Job
Self explanatory
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
B. Consumable Materials
C. Work Zones and Access Panels
D. Referenced Information
3. Job Set-up
Subtask 73-11-50-860-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
Subtask 73-11-50-420-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
Subtask 73-11-50-410-051-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
[Rev.10 from 2021]
2026.04.01 13:04:45 UTC
Installation of the Fuel Return Valve
1. Reason for the Job
Self explanatory
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
B. Consumable Materials
| REFERENCE | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|
| (Material No.CP2101) | graphite grease |
| (Material No.CP2442) | engine oil |
| ZONE/ACCESS | ZONE DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| FOR [1000EM1] (ENGINE-1) | |
| 437AL, 438AR | |
| FOR [1000EM2] (ENGINE-2) | |
| 447AL, 448AR | |
| REFERENCE | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|
| TASK 24-41-00-862-002-A | De-energize the Aircraft Electrical Circuits Supplied from the External Power |
| TASK 24-41-00-862-002-A-01 | De-energize the Aircraft Electrical Circuits Supplied from the APU |
| TASK 24-41-00-862-002-A-02 | De-energize the Aircraft Electrical Circuits Supplied from the Engine 1(2) |
| TASK 71-13-00-010-040-A | Opening of the Fan Cowl Doors |
| TASK 71-13-00-410-040-A | Closing of the Fan Cowl Doors |
| TASK 73-11-50-360-001-A-01 | Leak check of the Fuel Return Valve. |
Subtask 73-11-50-860-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
A. Aircraft Maintenance Configuration
(1) On the center pedestal, on the ENG panel 115VU, make sure that a WARNING NOTICE(S) is in position to tell persons not to start the engine.
(2) On the overhead maintenance panel 50VU, make sure that the ON legend of the ENG/FADEC GND PWR/1(2) pushbutton switch is off. Make sure that a WARNING NOTICE(S) is in position to tell persons not to energize the FADEC 1(2).
Subtask 73-11-50-865-055-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL (1) On the center pedestal, on the ENG panel 115VU, make sure that a WARNING NOTICE(S) is in position to tell persons not to start the engine.
(2) On the overhead maintenance panel 50VU, make sure that the ON legend of the ENG/FADEC GND PWR/1(2) pushbutton switch is off. Make sure that a WARNING NOTICE(S) is in position to tell persons not to energize the FADEC 1(2).
B. Make sure that this(these) circuit breaker(s) is(are) open, safetied and tagged:
Subtask 73-11-50-010-055-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL | PANEL | DESIGNATION | FIN | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL | |||
| FOR FIN: 1000EM1 (ENGINE1) | |||
| 49VU | FUEL/LP VALVE/MOT1/ENG1 | 1QG | A08 |
| 121VU | FUEL/LP VALVE/MOT2/ENG1 | 3QG | M25 |
| FOR FIN: 1000EM2 (ENGINE2) | |||
| 49VU | FUEL/LP VALVE/MOT1/ENG2 | 2QG | A09 |
| 121VU | FUEL/LP VALVE/MOT2/ENG2 | 4QG | M26 |
C. Make sure that the fan cowl doors are open: (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-010-040)
(1) FOR [1000EM1] (ENGINE-1)
437AL 438AR
(2) FOR [1000EM2] (ENGINE-2)
447AL 448AR
4. Procedure(1) FOR [1000EM1] (ENGINE-1)
437AL 438AR
(2) FOR [1000EM2] (ENGINE-2)
447AL 448AR
Subtask 73-11-50-420-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
A. Remove blanking caps and blanking plugs from the disconnected connectors and tubes.
(a) Apply a thin layer of graphite grease (Material No.CP2101) to the threads of the bolts (30).
(b) Install and attach the fuel return valve (90) with the bolts (30).
(c) TORQUE the bolts (30) to between 110 and 100 lbf.in (1.24 and 1.13 m.daN )
.
Subtask 73-11-50-420-053-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL CAUTION:
TAKE CARE DURING FUEL RETURN VALVE INSTALLATION NOT TO DAMAGE THE NIPPLES.
(1) Install the fuel return valve as follows: (a) Apply a thin layer of graphite grease (Material No.CP2101) to the threads of the bolts (30).
(b) Install and attach the fuel return valve (90) with the bolts (30).
(c) TORQUE the bolts (30) to between 110 and 100 lbf.in (1.24 and 1.13 m.daN )
. B. Connect the fuel tubes as follows:
(1) Lubricate the nipples with engine oil (Material No.CP2442) and connect the fuel tubes. Do not torque the
(a) Shutoff signal tube (80)
(b) Fuel Pump HP tube (50)
(c) Fuel Pump LP tube (20)
(d) IDG tube (40)
(e) Fuel return tube (10)
(2) TORQUE the coupling nuts of the tubes as follows:
.
(b) Fuel pump HP tube (50) (from the servo fuel heater circuit) to between 150 and 135 lbf.in (1.70 and 1.53 m.daN )
.
(c) Fuel pump LP tube (20) to between 550 and 450 lbf.in (6.22 and 5.09 m.daN )
.
(d) Integrated drive generator tube (IDG) (40) to between 550 and 450 lbf.in (6.22 and 5.09 m.daN )
.
(e) Fuel return tube (10) to between 1050 and 1000 lbf.in (11.87 and 11.30 m.daN )
.
(3) Connect the electrical connectors J7 (70) and J8 (60). Tighten connector by hand plus one eight turn using PLIERS - NOSE, SOFT, LONG.
Subtask 73-11-50-360-052-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL 5. Close-up(1) Lubricate the nipples with engine oil (Material No.CP2442) and connect the fuel tubes. Do not torque the
(a) Shutoff signal tube (80)
(b) Fuel Pump HP tube (50)
(c) Fuel Pump LP tube (20)
(d) IDG tube (40)
(e) Fuel return tube (10)
(2) TORQUE the coupling nuts of the tubes as follows:
CAUTION:
USE TWO WRENCHES TO REMOVE OR INSTALL THE TUBE COUPLING NUTS:
(a) Shutoff signal tube (80) (from the hydromechanical unit-HMU) to between 150 and 135 lbf.in (1.70 and 1.53 m.daN ) - ONE WRENCH TO HOLD THE UNION, AND
- ONE TO LOOSEN OR TIGHTEN THE COUPLING NUT.
. (b) Fuel pump HP tube (50) (from the servo fuel heater circuit) to between 150 and 135 lbf.in (1.70 and 1.53 m.daN )
. (c) Fuel pump LP tube (20) to between 550 and 450 lbf.in (6.22 and 5.09 m.daN )
. (d) Integrated drive generator tube (IDG) (40) to between 550 and 450 lbf.in (6.22 and 5.09 m.daN )
. (e) Fuel return tube (10) to between 1050 and 1000 lbf.in (11.87 and 11.30 m.daN )
. (3) Connect the electrical connectors J7 (70) and J8 (60). Tighten connector by hand plus one eight turn using PLIERS - NOSE, SOFT, LONG.
Subtask 73-11-50-410-051-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
A. Close Access
(1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
(2) Close the fan cowl doors: (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-410-040)
(a) FOR [1000EM1] (ENGINE-1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [1000EM2] (ENGINE-2)
447AL 448AR
(3) Remove the WARNING NOTICE(S).
Subtask 73-11-50-865-052-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL (1) Make sure that the work area is clean and clear of tools and other items.
(2) Close the fan cowl doors: (Ref. AMM TASK 71-13-00-410-040)
(a) FOR [1000EM1] (ENGINE-1)
437AL 438AR
(b) FOR [1000EM2] (ENGINE-2)
447AL 448AR
(3) Remove the WARNING NOTICE(S).
B. Remove the safety clip(s) and the tag(s) and close this(these) circuit breaker(s):
Subtask 73-11-50-862-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL | PANEL | DESIGNATION | FIN | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL | |||
| FOR FIN: 1000EM1 (ENGINE1) | |||
| 49VU | FUEL/LP VALVE/MOT1/ENG1 | 1QG | A08 |
| 121VU | FUEL/LP VALVE/MOT2/ENG1 | 3QG | M25 |
| FOR FIN: 1000EM2 (ENGINE2) | |||
| 49VU | FUEL/LP VALVE/MOT1/ENG2 | 2QG | A09 |
| 121VU | FUEL/LP VALVE/MOT2/ENG2 | 4QG | M26 |
Removal/Installation of the Fuel Return Valve