Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Installation

Check the contact area (A) of the line (B) for dirt or damage, and clean it if needed.

Fig 1: Checking Contact Area Of Line
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Insert a new retainer (A) into the connector (B) if the retainer is damaged, or after:
- replacing the fuel rail.
- replacing the fuel feed joint.
- replacing the fuel feed line.
- replacing the fuel pump.
- replacing the fuel filter.
- replacing the fuel gauge sending unit.
- replacing the EVAP purge pipe.
- replacing the EVAP canister.
- removing the retainer from the line.
- Use the same manufacturer retainer and the same size retainer when the replacing the retainer (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING PRECAUTION ).
  
  Fig 2: Inserting Retainer Into Connector
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Before connecting a new fuel tube/quick-connect fitting assembly (A), remove the old retainer from the mating line.

Fig 3: Remove Old Retainer From Mating Line (1 Of 4)
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Fig 4: Remove Old Retainer From Mating Line (2 Of 4)
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Fig 5: Remove Old Retainer From Mating Line (3 Of 4)
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Fig 6: Remove Old Retainer From Mating Line (4 Of 4)
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Align the quick-connect fittings with the line (A), and align the retainer locking tabs (B) with the connector grooves (C). Then press the quick-connect fittings onto the line until both retainer pawls lock with a clicking sound.
NOTE: If it is hard to connect, put a small amount of new engine oil on the line end.

Connection with new retainer:

Fig 7: Identifying Connection With New Retainer
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Reconnection to existing retainer:

Fig 8: Identifying Reconnection To Existing Retainer
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Make sure the connection is secure and that the tabs are firmly locked into place; check visually and by pulling the connector.

Fig 9: Pulling Connector
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Reconnect the negative cable to the battery, and turn the ignition switch ON (II) (but do not operate the starter motor). The fuel pump will run for about 2 seconds, and fuel pressure will rise. Repeat two or three times, and check that there is no leakage in the fuel supply system.
Replace the quick connect fitting cover.