Tools Required
J 37088-A Fuel Line Disconnect
Tool Set
Removal Procedure
- Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer
to
Fuel Pressure Relief.
- Remove the retainer from the quick-connect fitting, if applicable.
Caution: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, as flying dirt particles
may cause eye injury.
- Blow dirt out of the fitting using
compressed air.
- Choose the correct tool from
J 37088-A tool set for the size of the fitting. Insert the
tool into the female connector, then push inward to release the locking
tabs.
- Pull the connection apart.
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.
- Using a clean shop towel, wipe off
the male pipe 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 pipe end.
- Push both sides of the fitting together
to cause the retaining tabs to snap into place.
- Once installed, pull on both sides of
the fitting to make sure the connection is secure.
- Install the retainer to the quick-connect fitting, if applicable.