Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Installation

NOTE: Before you work on the fuel lines and fittings, read the Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Precautions (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING PRECAUTIONS ).

Check the contact area (A) of the line (B) for dirt or damage, and clean it if needed.

Fig 1: Identifying Contact Area Of Fuel Line
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Insert a new retainer (A) into the connector (B) if the retainer is damaged, or after:
- replacing the fuel rail.
- replacing the fuel feed line.
- replacing the fuel return line.
- replacing the fuel pump.
- replacing the fuel filter.
- replacing the fuel gauge sending unit.
- replacing the EVAP purge pipe.
- replacing the EVAP canister.
- replacing the fuel tank.
- replacing the fuel fill pipe.
- removing the retainer from the line.
When you replace a retainer, use the same size and manufacturer as the original retainer (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING PRECAUTIONS ).

Fig 2: Inserting Retainer Into Connector
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Before connecting a new fuel tube/quick-connect fitting assembly (A), remove the old retainer (B) from the mating line.

Fig 3: Removing Retainer (1 Of 2)
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Fig 4: Removing Retainer (2 Of 2)
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Align the quick-connect fittings with the line (A), and align the retainer locking tabs (B) with the connector grooves (C). Then press the quick-connect fittings onto the line until both retainer tabs lock with a clicking sound.
NOTE: If it is hard to connect, put a small amount of new engine oil on the line end.

Connection with new retainer

Fig 5: Aligning Retainer Locking Tabs (Connection With New Retainer)
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Reconnection to existing retainer

Fig 6: Aligning Retainer Locking Tabs (Reconnection To Existing Retainer)
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Connection to new fuel line

Fig 7: Aligning Retainer Locking Tabs (Connection To New Fuel Line)
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When you are reconnecting with the existing retainer, make sure the connection is secure and the tabs (A) are firmly locked into place; check visually and also by pulling the connector (B). When you are replacing the fuel line with a new one, make sure you remove the ring pull (C) upwards after you confirm the connection is secure.
NOTE: Before you remove the ring pull, make sure the fuel line connection is secure. If the connection is not secure, the ring pull could break when you try to remove it.

Reconnection to existing retainer

Fig 8: Pulling Connector (Reconnection To Existing Retainer)
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Connection to new fuel line

Fig 9: Pulling Connector (Connection To New Fuel Line)
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Reconnect the negative cable to the battery, and turn the ignition switch to ON (II) (but do not operate the starter motor). The fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds, and fuel pressure rises. Repeat this two or three times, then make sure there are no fuel leaks.
If equipped, install the quick-connect fitting cover. Set the groove of the cover (A) on the fuel line (B) as shown in illustration, then install it. Make sure the cover is firmly locked in place.

Fig 10: Install Quick-Connect Fitting Cover
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