Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Remove the fuel tank cap and relieve the fuel system pressure before servicing the fuel system in order to reduce the risk of personal injury. After you relieve the fuel system pressure, a small amount of fuel may be released when servicing the fuel lines, the fuel injection pump, or the connections. In order to reduce the risk of personal injury, cover the fuel system components with a shop towel before disconnection. This will catch any fuel that may leak out. Place the towel in an approved container when the disconnection is complete.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Quick-Connect Fitting Retainer

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Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure .
Remove the retainer (1) from the quick-connect fitting if applicable.
CAUTION: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in order to prevent eye injury.

Fig 2: Blowing Dirt Out Of Fitting (Plastic Collar)

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Blow any dirt out of the quick-connect fitting using compressed air.

Fig 3: Squeezing Quick Connect Fitting Release Tabs (Plastic Collar)

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Squeeze the plastic retainer release tabs.

Fig 4: Pulling Connection Apart (Plastic Collar)

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Pull the connection apart.
Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male fuel pipe end.
Inspect both ends of the quick-connect fitting for dirt and burrs.
Clean or replace components/assemblies as required.