Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Oiling Male Pipe Ends (Metal Collar)

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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.

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

Fig 2: Assembling Connectors (Metal Collar)

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

Fig 3: Ensuring Connection (Metal Collar) Is Secure

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Once installed, pull on both sides of the fitting to ensure that the connection is secure.
Tighten the fuel filler cap.
Reconnect the negative battery cable. Refer toBattery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
Inspect for leaks.
1. Turn ON the ignition for 2 seconds.
2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
3. Turn ON the ignition.
4. Inspect for fuel leaks.