Special Tools
• | J 44581
Fuel Line Disconnect Tool |
• | J 43178
Fuel Line Disconnect Tool |
Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
.
- Remove the fuel fill cap.
- Remove the retainers from the fuel feed and return pipe quick connect fittings.
Caution: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, as flying dirt particles
may cause eye injury.
- Using compressed air, blow any dirt or debris from around the fitting.
- Using 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.
- If the vehicle is a cab/chassis, it may be necessary to use
J 43178
in order to release the quick connect fittings at the sending unit.
- If disconnecting the fuel return line, it may be necessary to use
J 41769
in order to release the quick connect fitting.
- Pull the connection apart.
- Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male end.
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.
- 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 connection end.
- Push both sides of the fittings together in order to snap the retaining tabs into place.
- Once installed, pull on both sides of the connections in order to make sure the connection is secure.
- Install the retainers to the fuel feed/return pipes.
- Install the fuel fill cap.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
.