Spring Lock Coupling: Connect

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the spring lock coupling spring.

Fig 1: Identifying Spring Lock Coupling Spring
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Lubricate the inside of the coupling with mineral oil.

Fig 2: Identifying Coupling Inside Area For Lubrication
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CAUTION: Use only new, green, O-ring seals. The use of any O-ring seals other than specified may result in intermittent leakage during vehicle operation.

Install the O-ring seals.
- Lubricate the O-ring seals with mineral oil.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying O-Ring Seals
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Connect the spring lock coupling fittings with a twisting motion until the spring lock coupling spring snaps over the flared end of the female fitting.

Fig 4: Connecting Spring Lock Coupling Fittings
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Install the spring lock coupling clip.