Plastic Fuel Hose Installation Note

Inspect the plastic fuel hose and fuel distributor sealing surface for damage and deformation, and replace as necessary.
- If the quick release connector O-ring is damaged or has slipped, replace the plastic fuel hose.
Apply clean engine oil to the O-rings.
Connect the plastic fuel hose by twisting it onto the fuel distributor until the garter spring at the plastic fuel hose is over the flared end of the fuel distributor.

Fig 1: Connecting Plastic Fuel Hose
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Lightly pull and push the quick release connector by hand and verify that it is installed securely.

Fig 2: Checking For Proper Quick Release Connector Installation
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Install the clip to the quick release connector.

Fig 3: Installing Clip To Quick Release Connector (Example Of Correct Installation)
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Fig 4: Installing Clip To Quick Release Connector (Example Of Incorrect Installation)
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