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

Fuel Line Disconnect Tool:






SPECIAL 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. 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 engine oil to ease assembly.
^ Align the tube to the fitting and push until a click is heard.







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