Installation Procedure

Important 

When performing the following procedure, do not reuse the old retaining rings. Replace the old retaining rings with new ones.

Do not install the new retaining ring onto the fitting by pushing the retaining ring down over the fitting.

1. Install a new retaining ring into each quick connector fitting.
   Fig 1: Identifying Wrong Procedure Of Installing Retaining Rings

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2. Hook one of the open ends of the retaining ring in one of the slots in the quick connector.
   Fig 2: Identifying Correct Procedure Of Installing Retaining Rings

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3. Rotate the retaining ring around the connector until the retaining ring is positioned with all 3 ears through the 3 slots.
   Fig 3: Positioning Retaining Ring

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4. Ensure the 3 retaining ring ears can be seen from the inside of the connector and the retaining ring can move freely in the slots.
   Fig 4: View Of Correctly Installed Retaining Ring

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5. Install the engine oil cooler line into the quick connector fitting until a click is heard or felt.

   Pull back on the engine oil cooler lines to ensure a proper connection.

6. Inspect and fill the engine oil to the proper level.
   Fig 5: Installing Engine Oil Cooler Line Into Quick Connector Fitting

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