Removal Procedure

Fig 1: Blowing Dirt Out Of Fitting (Plastic Collar)

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Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure .

CAUTION: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, as flying dirt particles may cause eye injury.

Blow dirt out of the fitting using compressed air.

Fig 2: Squeezing Quick Connect Fitting Release Tabs (Plastic Collar)

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Squeeze the plastic tabs on the male end connector.

Fig 3: Pulling Connection Apart (Plastic Collar)

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Pull the connection apart.

NOTE: If necessary, remove rust or burrs from the fuel pipes with an emery cloth. Use a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male tube ends. Inspect all the connections for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components and assemblies as required.

Wipe off the male pipe end using a clean shop towel.
Inspect both ends of the fitting for dirt and burrs.
Clean or replace the components as required.