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Quick Release Coupling

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Disconnect 

NOTE: When reusing liquid or vapor tube connections, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the tube or connector retaining clip may occur.
NOTE: Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances. It is essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components or component damage may occur. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or tubes.
NOTE: Do not use any tools. The use of tools may cause a deformity in the clip components which may cause fuel leaks.
NOTE: Type 1 
  1. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
    1. Release the locking tabs.
    2. Pull out on the retainer clip.
    3. Push on the release.
    GFD205445Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Separate the quick release coupling from the tube.
GFD205446Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Connect 

  1. NOTE: Inspect and clean both quick coupling ends.

    Push the quick release coupling onto the tube.

    GFD205447Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. NOTE: Make sure the retainer clip is fully seated and locked onto the tube by pulling on the quick connect coupling.

    Press the retainer clip into the quick connect coupling body until flush and the tabs are locked in place.

    GFD205448Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

Disconnect 

NOTE: When reusing liquid or vapor tube connections, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the tube or connector retaining clip may occur.
NOTE: Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances. It is essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components or component damage may occur. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or tubes.
NOTE: Do not use any tools. The use of tools may cause a deformity in the clip components which may cause fuel leaks.
NOTE: Type 2 
  1. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
  3. Release the lock tab on the quick connect coupling and separate the quick release coupling from the tube.
GFD205449Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Connect 

  1. Release the lock tab and install the quick connect coupling onto the fitting.
    GFD205450Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. NOTE: Make sure the retainer clip is fully seated and locked onto the tube by pulling on the quick connect coupling.

    Apply the lock tab into the latched position.

    GFD205451Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

Disconnect 

NOTE: When reusing liquid or vapor tube connections, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the tube or connector retaining clip may occur.
NOTE: Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances. It is essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components or component damage may occur. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or tubes.
NOTE: Do not use any tools. The use of tools may cause a deformity in the clip components which may cause fuel leaks.
NOTE: Type 3 
  1. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
    1. Release the locking tabs.
    2. Pull out on the retainer clip.
    GFD205452Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Separate the quick release coupling from the tube.
GFD205453Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Connect 

  1. Push the quick release coupling onto the tube. Pull on the quick connect coupling to make sure it is securely fastened.
    GFD205454Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

Disconnect 

NOTE: When reusing liquid tube connectors, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the tube or connector retaining clip may occur.
NOTE: Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances. It is essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components or component damage may occur. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or tubes.
NOTE: Do not use any tools. The use of tools may cause a deformity in the clip components which may cause fuel leaks.
NOTE: Type 4 
  1. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
  3. Press the tabs of the rear retainer clip and pull it to the outward position.
    GFD205455Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Separate the quick release coupling from the tube.
GFD205456Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Connect 

  1. Push the quick release coupling onto the tube. Pull on the quick connect coupling to make sure it is securely fastened.
    GFD205457Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

Disconnect 

NOTE: When reusing liquid tube connectors, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the tube or connector retaining clip may occur.
NOTE: Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances. It is essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components or component damage may occur. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or tubes.
NOTE: Do not use any tools. The use of tools may cause a deformity in the clip components which may cause fuel leaks.
NOTE: Type 5 
  1. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
    1. Release the locking tabs.
    2. Pull out on the retainer clip.
    GFD205458Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Separate the quick release coupling from the tube.
GFD205459Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Connect 

    1. Push the quick release coupling onto the tube.
    2. Depress the retainer clip.
    GFD205460Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

Disconnect 

NOTE: When reusing liquid tube connectors, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the tube or connector retaining clip may occur.
NOTE: Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances. It is essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components or component damage may occur. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or tubes.
NOTE: Do not use any tools. The use of tools may cause a deformity in the clip components which may cause fuel leaks.
NOTE: Type 6 
  1. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
    1. Release the secondary locking tab.
    2. Depress the primary locking tab.
    3. Separate the quick release coupling from the tube.
GFD205461Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Connect 

    1. Push the quick release coupling onto the tube.
    2. NOTE: Pull on the quick release coupling and the fitting to make sure it is securely fastened.

      Lock the secondary locking tab.

    GFD205462Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

Disconnect 

NOTE: When reusing liquid tube connectors, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the tube or connector retaining clip may occur.
NOTE: Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances. It is essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components or component damage may occur. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or tubes.
NOTE: Do not use any tools. The use of tools may cause a deformity in the clip components which may cause fuel leaks.
NOTE: Type 7 
  1. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
    1. Depress the clip into the quick release coupling.
    2. Separate the quick release coupling from the tube.
GFD205463Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Connect 

  1. NOTE: Pull on the quick release coupling and the fitting to make sure it is securely fastened.

    Push the quick release coupling onto the tube.

    GFD205464Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

Disconnect 

NOTE: When reusing liquid tube connectors, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the tube or connector retaining clip may occur.
NOTE: Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances. It is essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components or component damage may occur. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or tubes.
NOTE: Do not use any tools. The use of tools may cause a deformity in the clip components which may cause fuel leaks.
NOTE: Type 10 
  1. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick release coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
    1. Push on the locking tab.
    2. Lift the clip.
    GFD205465Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Depress the tabs inward.
    2. Push the clip downward.
    3. Separate the quick release coupling from the fuel line.
GFD205466Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Connect 

    1. Push the quick release coupling onto the tube.
    2. Push the clip down into the quick release coupling.
    3. NOTE: Pull on the quick release coupling and the fitting to make sure it is securely fastened.

      Snap the locking tab into place.

    GFD205467Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
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