Removal Procedure
- Using a bent-tip screwdriver or
equivalent, pull on one of the open ends of the retaining ring in order to rotate
the retaining ring.
- Rotate the retaining ring around the quick connector until the retaining
ring is out of position and can be completely removed.
Discard the retaining rings.
- Remove the engine oil cooler line from
the quick connector fitting at the radiator.
Pull the lines straight out from the connectors.
- Clean all of the components in a suitable solvent, and dry them with
compressed air.
- Inspect the fittings, the connectors, the cooler lines, and the cooler
for damage, distortion, or restriction. Replace parts as necessary.
Installation Procedure
Important: When performing the following procedure, do not reuse the old retaining rings.
Replace the old retaining rings with new ones.
Do not install the new retaining ring onto the fitting by pushing the retaining
ring down over the fitting.
- Install a new retaining ring into each quick connector fitting.
- Hook one of the open ends of the retaining
ring in one of the slots in the quick connector.
- Rotate the retaining ring around the connector
until the retaining ring is positioned with all 3 ears through the 3 slots.
- Ensure the 3 retaining ring ears can be
seen from the inside of the connector and the retaining ring can move freely in
the slots.
- Install the engine oil cooler line into
the quick connector fitting until a click is heard or felt.
Pull back on the engine oil cooler lines to ensure a proper connection.
- Inspect and fill the engine oil to the proper level.