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Removal Procedure

WARNING: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Warning .
    Fig 1: Identifying Plastic Collar Fuel & Evaporative Emission Quick Connect Fittings
    GM1555942Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: There are several types of plastic collar fuel and evaporative emission quick connect fittings that may be used on this vehicle.
    • Bartholomew (1)
    • Q release (2)
    • Squeeze to release (3)
    • Sliding retainer (4)
    • Push down TI (5)
    NOTE: The following instructions apply to all of these types of fittings except where indicated.
  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief (With CH 48027)  or Fuel Pressure Relief (Without CH 48027) .
    2. Fig 2: Blowing Dirt Out Of Fitting (Plastic Collar)
    GM760505Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    WARNING: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, as flying dirt particles may cause eye injury.
  2. Using compressed air, blow any dirt out of the quick connect fitting.
    3. Fig 3: View Of Quick Connect Fitting Release Tabs (Plastic Collar)
    GM12777Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. This step applies to the Bartholomew style connectors ONLY. Squeeze the plastic quick connect fitting release tabs.
    4. Fig 4: Releasing Q Release Style Connectors (Plastic Collar)
    GM1205667Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. This step applies to the Q release type connectors ONLY. Release the fitting by pushing the tab toward the other side of the slot in the fitting.
    5. Fig 5: Disengaging Quick Connect Fitting (Plastic Collar)
    GM1205675Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. This step applies to the Squeeze to release style connectors ONLY. Squeeze where indicated by arrows on both sides of the plastic ring surrounding the quick connect fitting.
    6. Fig 6: Disengaging Quick Connect Fitting (Plastic Collar)
    GM1306341Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. This step also applies to the Squeeze to release style connectors ONLY. Squeeze where indicated by the arrows on both sides of the plastic ring surrounding the quick connect fitting.
    7. Fig 7: View Of Sliding Retainer Style Connector
    GM1205683Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. This step applies to the Sliding retainer style connectors ONLY. Release the fitting by pressing on one side of the release tab causing it to push in slightly. If the tab does not move, try pressing the tab in from the opposite side. the tab will only move in one direction.
    8. Fig 8: View Of Push Down TI Style Connector
    GM1555944Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. This step applies to the Push down TI style connectors ONLY. Release the fitting by pressing on the tabs indicated by the arrow.
    9. Fig 9: Pulling Connection Apart (Plastic Collar)
    GM12778Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Pull the connection apart.
  10. Wipe off the male pipe end using a clean shop towel.
  11. Inspect both ends of the fitting for dirt and burrs.
  12. Clean or replace the components as required.
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