Fuel Line Coupler: Service and Repair

FUEL SYSTEM

a. Take following precautions to disconnect the fuel tube connector (quick type):

1. Check that there is no dirt on the pipe and around the connector before disconnecting them. If there is, clean the dirt away.




2. Be sure to disconnect it with hands.
3. Type A:
When the connector and the pipe are stuck, push the clicks of the retainer and pull the connector to free to disconnect and pull it out. Do not use any tool at this time.

Type B:
When the connector and the pipe are stuck, turn and pull the connector to disconnect. Do not use any tool at this time.
4. Inspect if there is any dirt or the likes on the seal surface of the disconnected pipe and clean it away.




5. Prevent the disconnected pipe and connector from damaging and getting foreign objects by covering them with a vinyl bag.




b. Take following precautions to connect the fuel tube connector (quick type):
1. Do not reuse the retainer removed from the pipe.
2. Do not use any tool. Use hands to connect the retainer to the pipe.
3. Check if there is any damage or foreign objects on the connected part of the pipe.




4. Match the axis of the connector with that of the pipe, and push in the connector until the connector makes a "click" sound. In the joint part is too tight to connect them, apply a little new engine oil on the tip of the pipe.




5. After finishing the connection, check if the pipe and the connector are securely connected by pulling them.
6. Check if there is any fuel leakage.