Plastic Collar
REMOVAL PROCEDUREIMPORTANT: Relieve the fuel system pressure before servicing any fuel system connection. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure.
1. Grasp both sides of the quick-connect fitting. Twist the female connector 1/4 turn in each direction in order to loosen any dirt within the quick-connect fitting.
CAUTION: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air In order to prevent eye injury.
2. Using compressed air, blow any dirt out of the quick-connect fitting.
3. Squeeze the plastic retainer release tabs.
4. Pull the connection apart.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
CAUTION: In order to reduce the risk Of fire and personal Injury, before connecting fuel pipe fittings, always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends.
This will ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak.
During normal operation, the O-rings located in the female connector will swell and may prevent proper reconnection if not lubricated.
1. Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male fuel pipe end.
2. Push both sides of the quick-connect fitting together in order to cause the retaining tabs/fingers to snap into place.
3. Once installed, pull on both sides of the quick-connect fitting in order to make sure the connection is secure.