Inside The Engine Compartment: Removal

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Follow the before repair procedure and perform the fuel line safety procedure. (See BEFORE REPAIR PROCEDURE .)
CAUTION:
- The quick release connector may be damaged if the release tab is bent excessively. Do not expand the release tab over the stopper.
NOTE:
- The hose can be removed by pushing it to the pipe side to release the lock.
Rotate the quick release connector release tab to the stopper position.

Fig 1: Rotating Quick Release Connector Release Tab
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Pull out the fuel hose straight from the fuel pipe and disconnect it.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Fuel Hose From Fuel Pipe
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Cover the disconnected quick release connector and fuel pipe with vinyl sheeting or a similar material to prevent it from being scratched or contaminated with foreign material.

Fig 3: Wrapping Disconnected Quick Release Connector & Fuel Pipe With Vinyl Sheeting
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NOTE:
- Take care not to damage or soil the fuel hose.