Spring Lock Couplings: Connect

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Align and push the spring lock coupling onto the tube until a click is heard.
NOTE: Lubricate the fuel tube with clean engine oil.

Fig 1: Pushing Spring Lock Coupling Onto Tube
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Pull on the coupling to make sure it is fully engaged.
Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (2.5L), REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (3.0L) and REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (3.5L) .