Procedures

Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service

Special Tools

J 37088-A - Fuel Line Disconnect Tool Set

Removal Procedure




1. Relieve the fuel system pressure before servicing any fuel system connection. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief (Without CH 48027) Fuel Pressure Relief (Without CH 48027)Fuel Pressure Relief (CH 48027) Fuel Pressure Relief (CH-48027).

Warning

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

2. Using compressed air, blow any dirt out of the quick-connect fitting.





Note: Plastic quick connect fittings can be released either by squeezing the plastic retainer release tabs (step 3) or by using the appropriate J 37088-A - Fuel Line Disconnect Tool Set (step 4).

3. Squeeze the plastic retainer release tabs.




4. Choose the correct tool from the J 37088-A - Fuel Line Disconnect Tool Set Tool Set for the size of the fitting. Insert the tool into the female connector, then push inward in order to release the locking tabs. The plastic retainer will remain on the female connector.

Quick Connect Fittings:

5. Pull the connection apart.

Installation Procedure





Warning

Always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends before connecting the fuel pipe fittings. This will ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak. Always replace O-rings.

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