Metal Collar Fitting

WARNINGS:
- Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, as flying dirt particles may cause eye injury.

- 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.

SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED (or equivalents)
- J 37088 Tool Set, Fuel Line Quick-Connect Separator.

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Relieve the fuel system pressure before servicing any fuel system connection, refer to Fuel Pressure Release.
2. If plastic collar quick connect fittings are used, refer to Plastic Collar Fitting.




3. Grasp both sides of the fitting. Twist the female connector 1/4 turn in each direction to loosen any dirt within the fitting.




4. Blow dirt out of the fitting using compressed air.




5. Choose the correct tool from J 37088 Tool Set for the size of the fitting. Insert the tool into the female connector, then push inward to release the locking tabs.




6. Pull the connection apart.

CAUTION: If it is necessary to remove rust or burrs from a fuel pipe, use emery cloth in a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface.

7. Using a clean shop towel, wipe off the male pipe end.
8. Inspect both ends of the fitting for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components as required.

INSTALL OR CONNECT



1. Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe end.




2. Push both sides of the fitting together to cause the retaining tabs to snap into place.




3. Once installed, pull on both sides of the fitting to make sure the connection is secure.