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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Blowing Dirt Out Of Fitting (Plastic Collar)
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  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
  2. CAUTION: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in order to prevent eye injury.
  3. Blow dirt out of the fitting using compressed air.
  4. Fig 2: Squeezing Quick Connect Fitting Release Tabs (Plastic Collar)
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  5. Squeeze the plastic tabs of the male end connector.
  6. Fig 3: Pulling Connection Apart (Plastic Collar)
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  7. Pull the connection apart.
  8. NOTE: Use an emery cloth in order to remove rust or burrs from the fuel pipe. Use a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface.
  9. Wipe off the male pipe end using a clean shop towel.
  10. Inspect both ends of the fitting for dirt and burrs.
  11. Clean or replace the components as required.