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 SERVICING 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 Disconnect Tool.







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







5. Separate the fitting.







6. Remove the Disconnect Tool.

CONNECT







1. To connect, reverse the disconnect procedure.
^ Inspect and clean both the coupling ends.
^ Lubricate the O-rings with Super Premium SAE5W30 Motor Oil XO-5W30-QSP or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G.