Removal Procedure
Important: Relieve the fuel system pressure before servicing any fuel system connection.
Refer to
Fuel Pressure Relief
.
- Grasp both sides of the quick-connect fitting. Twist the female connector
1/4 turn in each direction in order to loosen any dirt within the quick-connect
fitting.
Caution: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in order to prevent eye
injury.
- Using compressed air, blow any dirt out of the quick-connect fitting.
- Squeeze the plastic retainer release tabs.
- Pull the connection apart.
Installation Procedure
Caution: Always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends before
connecting the fuel pipe fittings in order to reduce the risk
of fire and personal injury. 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 fuel pipe end.
- Push both sides of the quick-connect fitting together in order
to cause the retaining tabs/fingers to snap into place.
- Once installed, pull on both sides of the quick-connect fitting
in order to make sure the connection is secure.