Spring Lock Couplings
SPRING LOCK COUPLINGSSpecial Tool(s):
Special Tool(s)
Disconnect
WARNING:
- Do not carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable vapors are always present and can ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
- Do not carry personal electronic devices such as cell phones, pagers or audio equipment of any type when working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
CAUTION: When reusing liquid or vapor tube connectors, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube. Apply clean engine oil to the end of the tube before inserting the tube into the connector.
1. Release the fuel system pressure.
2. Install the special tool on the tube and push into the spring lock coupling to release.
3. Separate the spring lock coupling from the tube.
Connect
1. NOTE: Lubricate the fuel tube with clean engine oil.
Align and push the spring lock coupling onto the tube until you hear a click.
2. Pull on the coupling to make sure it is fully engaged.