Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service

Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Caution (Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Caution).
1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief (With CH 48027) (Fuel Pressure Relief (With CH 48027))Fuel Pressure Relief (Without CH 48027) (Fuel Pressure Relief (Without CH 48027)).

Caution: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, as flying dirt particles may cause eye injury.





2. Blow dirt out of the fitting using compressed air.




3. Squeeze the plastic tabs of the male end connector.




4. Pull the connection apart.
5. Using a clean shop towel, wipe off the male pipe end.
6. Inspect both ends of the fitting for dirt and burrs.
7. Clean or replace the components as required.



Installation Procedure


Caution: 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.





1. Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe end.




2. Push both sides of the quick-connect fitting together to cause the retaining tabs/fingers to snap into place.




3. Pull on both sides of the quick-connect fitting to make sure the connection is secure.
4. Inspect for leaks using the following procedure:

1. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds.
2. Turn the ignition OFF, for 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds.
4. Turn the ignition OFF.
5. Inspect for leaks.