FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Push Connect Fuel Line Fittings

Fuel Line Disconnect Tool:






SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL(S)

DISCONNECT

WARNING:
^ DO NOT SMOKE OR CARRY LIGHTED TOBACCO OR OPEN FLAME OF ANY TYPE WHEN WORKING ON OR NEAR ANY FUEL-RELATED COMPONENT. HIGHLY FLAMMABLE MIXTURES ARE ALWAYS PRESENT AND MAY BE IGNITED, RESULTING IN POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
^ FUEL IN THE FUEL SYSTEM REMAINS UNDER HIGH PRESSURE EVEN WHEN THE ENGINE IS NOT RUNNING. BEFORE SERVICING OR DISCONNECTING ANY OF THE FUEL LINES OR FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS, THE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MUST BE RELIEVED TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL SPRAYING OF FUEL, CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY OR A FIRE HAZARD.


1. Relieve the fuel pressure. For additional information, refer to Fuel Pressure Release.







2. Remove the safety clip from the male hose.







3. Install the Fuel Line Disconnect Tool and push into the fitting.







4. Separate the fittings.
^ Inspect for damage.
^ Clean the fittings.

CONNECT







1. Connect the fitting.
^ Lubricate the tube end with Super Premium SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil XO-5W30-QSP or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G to ease assembly.
^ Align the tube to the fitting and push until you hear a click.







2. Install the safety clip.
1 Pull on the fitting to make sure it is fully engaged.
2 Install the safety clip.