Installation Procedure

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IMPORTANT: Do not install the retaining ring onto the fitting by pushing the retaining ring down over the fitting.

Hook one of the open ends of the retaining ring in one of the slots in the quick connector.

Fig 1: View Of Retaining Ring & Quick Connector

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Rotate the retaining ring around the connector until the retaining ring is positioned with all 3 ears through the 3 slots.

Fig 2: Hooking Retaining Ring

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Ensure the 3 retaining ring ears can be seen from the inside of the connector and the retaining ring can move freely in the slots.
Install the SGCM radiator hose to the SGCM radiator quick connector fitting until a click is heard or felt.
Pull back on the SGCM radiator hose to ensure a proper connection.