Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar)

QUICK CONNECT FITTING(S) SERVICE (PLASTIC COLLAR)

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Relieve the fuel system pressure before servicing any fuel system connection.

CAUTION: Refer to Safety Glasses and Compressed Air Caution in Service Precautions.

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




3. Squeeze the plastic retainer release tabs.




4. Pull the connection apart.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

CAUTION: Refer to Fuel Pipe Fitting Caution in Service Precautions.




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 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.