Removal Procedure

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Remove the plastic caps from the quick connect fittings by pulling the caps back along the pipe before installation.

Fig 1: View Of J 41623-B & Generator Cooling Inlet Pipe

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Install the DT-47731 quick release tool onto the engine oil cooler (EOC) pipe, or use the J 28585 universal snap ring remover.

Fig 2: Sliding J 41623-B Toward Generator Cooling Inlet Pipe Fitting

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Slide the DT-47731 quick release tool toward the EOC pipe fitting, or use the J 28585 universal snap ring remover.

Fig 3: Rotating Quick-Connect On Coolant Pipe

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NOTE:

Rotate the DT-47731 quick release tool to engage the EOC pipe fitting's retainer slots.

The DT-47731 quick release tool should be nearly flush with the fitting.

Connect the DT-47731 quick release tool onto the EOC pipe fitting.

Fig 4: Rotating Quick-Connect Until Retainer Clip Rises Above Fitting Retainer Seat

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Rotate the DT-47731 quick release tool or use the J 28585 universal snap ring remover until the retainer clip (1) rises above the fitting retainer seat.

Fig 5: View Of J 41623-B & Generator Cooling Inlet Pipe

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Pull back on the EOC pipe to disengage the pipe from the EOC pipe fitting.
Remove the DT-47731 quick release tool or the J 28585 universal snap ring remover from the EOC pipe.