Quick Release Coupling - Locking Tab
QUICK RELEASE COUPLING - LOCKING TABDisconnect
WARNING:
- Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
- Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. Before repairing or disconnecting any of the fuel lines or fuel system components, the fuel pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spraying of fuel, causing personal injury or a fire hazard. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION: When reusing liquid or vapor tube connectors, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating the tube.
1. Relieve the fuel pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. See BATTERY DISCONNECT.
3. Disconnect the fuel or vapor tube quick connect coupling.
1. Press the tube quick connect lock tabs.
2. Disconnect the tube quick connect coupling.
Connect
1. Clean and inspect the fitting and the tube for damage. Remove any foreign material or obstructions.
NOTE:
- Make sure the collar on the fuel tube is fully inserted into the quick connect coupling before the locking tab is locked.
- Apply clean engine oil to the end of the tube before inserting it into the connector.
2. Connect the fuel or vapor tube quick connect coupling.
1. Connect the quick connect coupling to the tube.
2. Press the quick connect coupling locking tab into position.
3. Pull on the connection to make sure it is fully engaged.
4. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information see BATTERY DISCONNECT.