Tool Required
J 44581 Fuel Line Disconnect
Tool
Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer
to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
in Engine Electrical.
- Remove the fuel fill cap.
- Remove the fuel feed/return pipe retainers.
- Blow any dirt out of the fitting using compressed
air.
Notice: If necessary, remove rust or burrs from the fuel pipes with an emery
cloth. Use a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage
to the O-ring sealing surface. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off
the male tube ends. Inspect all the connections for dirt and burrs. Clean
or replace the components and assemblies as required.
- Choose the correct end of J 44581
for the size of the fitting. Insert J 44581
into the female connector, then push inward in order to release the
locking tabs.
- Pull the connection apart.
- Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male end.
- Inspect both ends of the fitting for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace
the components as required.
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.
- Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to
the male end.
- Push both fittings together in order to
snap the retaining tabs into place.
- Once installed, pull on both sides to ensure
the connection is secure.
- Install the fuel feed/return pipe retainers.
- Install the fuel fill cap.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
in Engine Electrical.