Quick Connect Fitting(S) Service (Plastic Collar)

QUICK CONNECT FITTING(S) SERVICE (PLASTIC COLLAR)

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove fuel fill cap.

CAUTION: Refer to Safety Glasses and Compressed Air Caution in Service Precautions.

3. Using compressed air, blow any dirt out of the quick-connect fitting.




4. Squeeze the plastic retainer release tabs.




5. Pull the connection apart.

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.




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




2. Push both sides together in order to cause the retaining tabs to snap into place.




3. Once installed, pull on both sides to ensure the connection is secure.
4. Install the fuel fill cap.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.