Plastic Fuel Hose Disassembly Note

CAUTION:

The retainer must be replaced if removed from the fuel pipe without using the SST. Otherwise, effectiveness of the retainer will be reduced.

Verify that the quick release connector joint area is free of foreign material.
Clean if necessary.
Set the SST as shown and push it into the quick release connector to disconnect the plastic fuel hose.

Fig 1: Setting SST & Pushing It Into Quick Release Connector
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Cover the disconnected quick release connector and fuel pipe to prevent them from being scratched or contaminated with foreign material.

Fig 2: Covering Disconnected Quick Release Connector & Fuel Pipe
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