Procedures

Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service

Removal Procedure




1. Using a bent-tip screwdriver or equivalent, pull on one of the open ends of the retaining ring in order to rotate the retaining ring.
2. Rotate the retaining ring around the quick connector until the retaining ring is out of position and can be completely removed.
3. Remove the charge air cooler coolant hose from the quick connector fitting.
Pull the lines straight out from the connector.

Installation Procedure





Note: Do not install the new retaining ring onto the fitting by pushing the retaining ring down over the fitting.

1. Install the retaining ring into each quick connector fitting.




2. Hook one of the open ends of the retaining ring in one of the slots in the quick connector.




3. Rotate the retaining ring around the connector until the retaining ring is positioned with all 3 ears through the 3 slots.
4. Ensure the 3 retaining ring ears can be seen from the inside of the connector and the retaining ring can move freely in the slots.
5. Install the charge air cooler coolant hose into the quick connector fitting.
Pull back on the engine oil cooler lines to ensure a proper connection.
6. Inspect and fill the coolant to the proper level.