Spring Lock Couplings

Special Tool(s):

SPECIAL TOOL(S)

DISCONNECT

WARNING:
^ DO NOT SMOKE OR CARRY LIGHTED TOBACCO OR OPEN FLAME OF ANY TYPE WHEN WORKING ON OR NEAR ANY FUEL-RELATED COMPONENT. HIGHLY FLAMMABLE MIXTURES ARE ALWAYS PRESENT AND MAY BE IGNITED, RESULTING IN POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
^ FUEL IN THE FUEL SYSTEM REMAINS UNDER HIGH PRESSURE EVEN WHEN THE ENGINE IS NOT RUNNING. BEFORE REPAIRING OR DISCONNECTING ANY OF THE FUEL LINES OR FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS, THE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MUST BE RELIEVED TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL SPRAYING OF FUEL, CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY OR A FIRE HAZARD.

1. Relieve the fuel pressure.







2. Remove the safety clip.







3. Install the Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool.







4. Close and push the Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool into the open side of the cage.







5. Separate the coupler.







6. Remove the Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool.

CONNECT







1. Inspect and clean both the coupling ends. Lubricate the O-ring seals with Super Premium SAE 5W-30 XO-5W30-QSP or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G.







2. Connect the coupler by inserting the male end into the female end of the coupler. Push the coupler together until the garter spring is engaged.







3. Pull on the coupler to make sure it is fully engaged.







4. Install the safety clip.