Spring Lock Couplings - General Procedures

Special Tools

Tool Illustration	Tool Name	Tool Number
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WARNING: Place the vehicle in a quarantined area and arrange "No Smoking/Petrol Fumes" signs about the vehicle.

WARNING: Before any work is carried out on the fuel system, ground the vehicle to earth and maintain the ground connection until the work is complete.

WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable vapors are always present and may ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: The fuel system remains pressurized for a long time after the ignition is switched off. The fuel pressure must be relieved before attempting any repairs. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: After carrying out repairs, the fuel system must be checked visually for leaks. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

WARNING: This procedure involves fuel handling. Be prepared for fuel spillage at all times and always observe fuel handling precautions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: If taken internally, do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: If fuel contacts the eyes, flush the eyes with cold water or eyewash solution and seek immediate medical attention.

WARNING: Wash hands thoroughly after fuel handling, as prolonged contact may cause irritation. Should irritation develop, seek medical attention.

WARNING: Make sure the garter spring snaps over the male end of the spring lock coupling.

CAUTION: Before disconnecting or removing components, ensure the area around the joint faces and connections are clean. Plug open connections to prevent contamination.

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1. Release the fuel line safety clip.

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2. Install the special tool.

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3. Close the special tool and push it into the female end of the spring lock coupling.

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4. Disconnect the spring lock coupling.
   • Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage.

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5. Remove the special tool.

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6. Connect the spring lock coupling.
   • Clean the components.
   • Install new O-ring seals.
   • Install a new garter spring.

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7. Check the spring lock coupling, to make sure it is correctly connected.
8. Attach the fuel line safety clip.