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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Sliding Dust Cover From Quick-Connect Fitting (Metal Collar)
    GM12773Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure before servicing any fuel system connection. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief (Without CH 48027) , Fuel Pressure Relief (CH 48027) .
  2. Slide the dust cover from the quick connect fitting.
  3. Fig 2: Blowing Dirt Out Of Fitting (Metal Collar)
    GM12776Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    WARNING:

    Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in order to prevent eye injury.

  4. Blow any dirt out of the fitting, using compressed air.
  5. Fig 3: View Of Quick Connect Locking Tabs (Metal Collar)
    GM12780Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Choose the correct tool from the J 37088-A  Fuel Line Disconnect Tool Set Tool Set for the size of the fitting. Insert the tool into the female connector, then push inward in order to release the locking tabs.
  7. Fig 4: View Of Quick Connect Locking Tabs (Metal Collar)
    GM12782Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Pull the connection apart.
  9. CAUTION:

    If necessary, remove rust or burrs from the fuel pipes with an emery cloth. Use a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male tube ends. Inspect all the connections for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components and assemblies as required.

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