QUICK RELEASE CONNECTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AJ (3.0L Duratec)]

Quick Release Connector Type

Caution

• There are four types of quick release connector. Verify the type and location, and then remove/install correctly.

Type A

Removal

1. Perform the fuel line safety procedure. (See BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION [AJ (3.0L Duratec)].)

2. Remove the battery cover.

3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

4. Remove the fuel line clip.

5. Install the SST.

6. Close the SST and insert it into the openside of the cage.

7. Remove the quick release connector.

8. Remove the SST.

Installation

1. Verify that there is no damage or deformation on the sealing surface of the fuel hose and fuel distributor, and replace any malfunctioning part if necessary.

• If there is damage or misalignment on the O-ring inside the quick release connector, replace the fuel hose.

2. Apply clean engine oil to the O-ring.

3. Fit the male side quick release connector into the female quick release connector end and push until the garter spring snaps over the flared end of the female quick release connector.

4. Verify the connector engagement by pulling on the quick release connector.

5. Install the fuel line clip.

6. Connect the negative battery cable.

Type B

Removal

1. Perform the fuel line safety procedure. (See BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION [AJ (3.0L Duratec)].)

2. Remove the battery cover.

3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

4. Depress the quick release connector tabs.

5. Remove the quick release connector.

Installation

1. Clean and inspect the quick release connector and the fuel pipe for damage.

2. Align the fuel pipe to the quick release connector and push until you hear a click.

Note

• If the quick release connector retainer of the fuel line is removed, replace it with a new one.

3. Pull on the quick release connector to make sure it is fully engaged.

4. Connect the negative battery cable.

Type C Removal

1. Verify that the quick release connector joint area is free of foreign material. Clean if necessary.

2. Install the SST as shown in the figure and push into the quick release connector to disconnect the fuel pipe.

3. Cover the disconnected quick release connector and fuel pipe to prevent them from being scratched or contaminated with foreign material.

Type D Removal

Note

• If the quick release connector is disconnected, replace it with a new one.

1. Verify that the quick release connector joint area is free of foreign material. Clean if necessary.

2. Disconnect the quick release connector using a flathead screwdriver as shown in the figure.

Type C, Type D Installation

Note

• Use only the designated genuine retainer when replacing the retainer.

1. Verify that the sealing surfaces of the fuel hose or fuel pipe have no damage or deformation. Replace if necessary.

• If the O-ring of the quick release connector is damaged or displaced, replace the fuel hose.

2. Install a new retainer to the quick release connector, then visually verify that the retainer tab is installed securely to the connector.

3. Apply a small amount of clean engine oil to the sealing surface of the fuel pipe.

4. Push the quick release connector into the fuel pipe until a click is heard.

5. Lightly pull and push the quick release connector a few times by hand, and then verify that it can move 2.0-3.0 mm and is connected securely.

• If the quick release connector does not move at all, verify that the O-ring is not damaged or has slipped, and then reconnect the connector.