Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Special Tools
• | CH-41769 Fuel Line Disconnect Tool Set |
• | CH-44581 Fuel Line Disconnect Tool |
For equivalent regional tools, refer to
Special Tools : Diagnostic Tools Diesel .
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Petrol/Petrol Vapours Warning in the Preface section.
- Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
- Remove the retainer from the quick-connect fitting.
Warning: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, as flying dirt particles may cause eye injury.
- Blow dirt out of the fitting using compressed air.
- Depending on the fuel line size and ability to access the fitting, choose the appropriate tool: CH-41769 fuel line disconnect tool set or CH-44581 fuel line disconnect tool. Insert the CH-41769 fuel line disconnect tool set or CH-44581 fuel line disconnect tool into the female connector, then push inward to release the locking tabs.
- Pull the connection apart.
Caution: If necessary, remove rust or burrs from the fuel pipes with an emery cloth. Use a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male tube ends. Inspect all the connections for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components and assemblies as required.
- Using a clean shop towel, wipe off the male pipe end.
- Inspect both ends of the fitting for dirt and burrs.
- Clean or replace the components as required.
Installation Procedure
Warning: In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury, before connecting fuel pipe fittings, always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends.
This will ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak.
During normal operation, the O-rings located in the female connector will swell and may prevent proper reconnection if not lubricated.
- Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe end.
- Push both sides of the quick-connect fitting together to cause the retaining tabs to snap into place.
- Pull on both sides of the quick-connect fitting to make sure the connection is secure.
- Install the retainer to the quick-connect fitting.
- Inspect for leaks using the following procedure:
5.1. | Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds. |
5.2. | Turn the ignition OFF, for 10 seconds. |
5.3. | Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds. |
5.4. | Turn the ignition OFF. |
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