Spring Lock Coupling

Special Tool(s):

SPECIAL SERVICE 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. For additional information, refer to Fuel Pressure Release.







2. Remove the fuel tube clip.







3. Install the special tool.







4. Close and push the special tool into the open side of the cage.







5. Separate the fitting.







6. Remove the special tool.

CONNECT







1. Connect the fitting.
^ Inspect and clean both the coupling ends.
^ Lubricate the O-ring seals with clean SAE 5W30 Motor Oil XO-5W30-QSP meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G.
^ Connect the fitting.
^ Pull on the fitting to make sure it is fully engaged.
^ Install the safety clip.