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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Quick-Connect Fitting Retainer (Metal Collar)
    GM730809Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure before servicing any fuel system connection. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
  2. Remove the retainer 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, as flying dirt particles may cause eye injury.

  4. Blow dirt out of the fitting using compressed air.
  5. Fig 3: Inserting En-47831 Tool Into Male Connector
    GM2809831Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Insert the EN-47831  tool into the male connector, then push inward in order to release the locking tabs.
  7. Pull the connection apart.
  8. 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.

  9. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male pipe end.
  10. Inspect both ends of the fitting for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components as required.