Quick Connect Fitting(S) Service (Plastic Collar)

REMOVAL PROCEDURE





TOOLS REQUIRED
J 34730 Fuel Pressure Gauge

CAUTION: Relieve the fuel system pressure before servicing fuel system components in order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury. After relieving the system pressure, a small amount of fuel may be released when servicing the fuel lines or connections. In order to reduce the chance of personal injury, cover the regulator and the fuel line fittings with a shop towel before disconnecting. This will catch any fuel that may leak out. Place the towel in an approved container when the disconnection is complete.

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

2. Grasp both sides of the quick-connect fitting. Twist the female connector 1/4 turn in each direction in order to loosen any dirt within the quick-connect fitting.





CAUTION: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in order to prevent eye injury.

3. Blow any dirt out of the quick-connect fitting using compressed air.




4. Squeeze the plastic retainer release tabs.




5. Pull the connection apart.

NOTE: Use an emery cloth in order to remove rust or burrs from the fuel pipe. Use a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface.

6. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male fuel pipe end.
7. Inspect both ends of the quick-connect fitting for dirt and burrs.
8. Clean or replace components/assemblies as required.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





CAUTION: In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury, before connecting fuel pipe fittings, always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends.

This will ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak.

During normal operation, the O-rings located in the female connector will swell and may prevent proper reconnection if not lubricated.

1. Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male fuel pipe end.




2. Push both sides of the quick-connect fitting together in order to cause the retaining tabs/fingers to snap into place.




3. Pull on both sides of the quick-connect fitting in order to make sure the connection is secure, once installed.