Washer Hose Coupling

Disconnect 

• 1.
  
  
  WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this service information, refer to Safety Warnings in GENERAL INFORMATION . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

  Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions .

NOTE: To prevent damage to the coupler, do not use hand tools to disconnect /connect the C-lock.
NOTE: Do not remove the lock ring from the C-lock coupler.
NOTE: Hold the female side of the coupler at the hose connection to prevent the coupler from rotating internally.
• 2.
  Gently twist the lock ring until it has rotated approximately 90 degrees.

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NOTE: The female side of the C-lock coupler contains an o-ring seal. Use care not to lose the o-ring.
• 3.
  Slide the C-lock coupler apart from the component fitting.

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NOTE: Do not leave the lock ring in the unlocked position. This will weaken the lock ring and prevent it from correctly locking in place when reassembled, resulting in a leak.
• 4.
  Rotate the lock ring back to the original locked position.

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• 5.
  
  To connect, verify the C-lock coupler lock ring is in the locked position.

NOTE: The lock ring can be heard as it snaps into the lock position.
NOTE: The lock ring flexes open slightly to allow the male fitting to enter the C-lock coupler.
• 6.
  Insert the male fitting into the C-lock coupler.

• 7.
  
  Gently pull on the C-lock coupler to verify it is seated correctly.