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Spring Lock Couplings: Disconnect

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  1. Perform the fuel line venting procedure. Refer to FUEL LINE EVACUATION  .
  2. Remove the fuel tube clip.
    Fig 1: Removing Fuel Tube Clip
    G03462096Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool.
    Fig 2: Installing Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool
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  4. Close and push the Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool into the open side of the cage.
    Fig 3: Closing & Pushing Disconnect Tool Into Open Side Of Cage
    G03462098Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Separate the fitting.
    Fig 4: Separating Fitting
    G03462099Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool.
    Fig 5: Removing Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool
    G03462100Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.