Remove Protective Seals

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Subaru Forester and 2000 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Just prior to making the connection, remove the protective seals (A).
CAUTION: If for any reason you have to stop before making a connection, recap the tube, component or fitting.

Fig 1: Identifying Protective Seals (A)
Visually inspect the O-ring surface, the O-ring mating surface, the threads and the connection points. If a defective part is found, replace it.
The O-ring must sit square against the tube bead. If necessary, slide the O-ring into proper position with clean hands.

Fig 2: Identifying O-Ring's Proper Position Against Tube Bead