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Quick Connect Coupling Retainer Clip: Removal

  1. Insert the tool that is supplied with the new replacement retainer clip into the quick connect coupling body until it engages and spreads the retainer legs.
    Fig 1: Inserting Tool
    G03883093Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Grasp the retainer clip under the lip on each side, pull outward and remove while simultaneously removing the tool from the quick connect coupling body.
    • The legs of the retainer clip may catch on the quick connect coupling body just prior to removal and you may need to open the legs of the retainer clip slightly to complete removal.
    Fig 2: Grasping Retainer Clip Under Lip
    G03883094Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Discard the quick connect coupling retainer clip.