Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Installation

NOTE: Read the FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING PRECAUTIONS before doing this procedure.

Check the contact area (A) of the line (B) for dirt or damage, and clean it if necessary.

Fig 1: Checking Contact Area
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Insert a new retainer (A) into the connector (B) if the retainer is damaged, or after:
- replacing the fuel rails.
- replacing the fuel feed line.
- replacing the fuel pump.
- replacing the fuel filter.
- replacing the fuel gauge sending unit.
- removing the retainer from the line.
  
  Fig 2: Inserting Retainer Connector Into Connector
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Before connecting a new fuel line/quick-connect fitting assembly (A), remove the old retainer from the mating line.

Fig 3: Connecting Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Assembly (2003-04 Models)
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Fig 4: Connecting Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Assembly (2005-06 Models)
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Align the quick-connect fittings with the line (A), and align the retainer (B) locking pawls with the connector (C) grooves. Then press the quick-connect fittings onto the line until both retainer pawls lock with a clicking sound.
NOTE: If it is hard to connect, put a small amount of new engine oil on the line end.

Fig 5: Aligning Quick-Connect Fittings With Line (Connection With New Retainer)
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Fig 6: Aligning Quick-Connect Fittings With Line (Reconnection To Existing Retainer)
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Fig 7: Aligning Quick-Connect Fittings With Line (Connection To New Fuel Line)
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When you reconnect the connector with the old retainer, make sure the connection is secure and the tabs (A) are firmly locked into place; check visually and also by pulling the connector (B). When you replace the fuel line with a new one, make sure you remove the ring pull (C) upwards after you confirm the connection is secure.
NOTE: Before you remove the ring pull, make sure the fuel line connection is secure. If the connection is not secure, the ring pull could break when you try to remove it.

Fig 8: Making Sure Connection Is Secure And Tabs Firmly Locked Into Place (Reconnection To Existing Retainer)
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Fig 9: Making Sure Connection Is Secure And Tabs Firmly Locked Into Place (Connection To New Fuel Line)
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Turn the ignition switch ON (II). The fuel pump will run for about 2 seconds, and fuel pressure will rise. Repeat two or three times, and check that there is no leakage in the fuel supply system.