Instructions For Disassembly/Assembly Of Coolant Hose Fast-Release Couplings

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Disassembly of fast-release coupling

Withdraw lock (1/2), disconnect hose.

Fig 1: Identifying Withdraw Lock

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Installation:

Check O-rings (1).

Do not coat O-rings (1) with antiseize agent.

Fig 2: Identifying O-Rings

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Assembly of fast-release coupling

Press in lock (1) before installing fast-release coupling.

Push on hose.

Fast-release coupling must clearly snap audibly into place.

Fig 3: Identifying Lock

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