Fuel Line Connector: Installation

1. Ensure garter spring in cage of male fitting is not damaged, replace if necessary. Clean all dirt from both pieces of coupling. Check "O" rings for damage and replace using proper fuel resistant "O" rings, (if necessary).
   Fig 1: Disconnecting Fuel Line Spring Lock Coupling

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2. Lubricate "O" rings and inside of female fitting with clean engine oil. Snap fitting together. Install retaining clip onto coupling. Ensure horseshoe portion of clip is over the coupling. See Fig 2 . DO NOT  install retaining clip over rubber fuel line.

Fig 2: Proper Installation of Fuel Line Spring Lock Coupling

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Insert clip into any 2 adjacent openings with triangular portion pointing away from fitting opening. Install clip to fully engage the body. Clean end of fitting. Align fitting and tube axially and push fitting onto tube end. When fitting is engaged, a definite click will be heard.