Spring Lock Couplings: Disconnect

WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.

WARNING: Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. Before servicing or disconnecting any of the fuel lines or fuel system components, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spraying of fuel, causing personal injury or a fire hazard.

Release the fuel system pressure. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE - WITH SCHRADER VALVE Valve or FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE-WITHOUT SCHRADER VALVE .
Remove the fuel tube clip.

Fig 1: Removing Fuel Tube Clip
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Install the Spring Lock Coupler Tool.

Fig 2: Installing Spring Lock Coupler Tool
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Close and push the Spring Lock Coupler Tool into the open side of the cage.

Fig 3: Closing Spring Lock Coupler Tool
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Separate the fitting.

Fig 4: Separating Fitting
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Remove the Spring Lock Coupler Tool.

Fig 5: Removing Spring Lock Coupler Tool
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