Quick Release Coupling
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Lincoln MKZ. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Disconnect
NOTE:
When reusing liquid or vapor tube connections, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the tube or connector retaining clip may occur.
NOTE:
Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances. It is essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components or component damage may occur. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or tubes.
NOTE:
Do not use any tools. The use of tools may cause a deformity in the clip components which may cause fuel leaks.
NOTE:
Type 1
- 1.WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure, refer to Safety Warnings in General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions .
- 2.
If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
- 3.
Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) .
Connect
- 2.NOTE: Make sure the retainer clip is fully seated and locked onto the tube by pulling on the quick connect coupling.
Press the retainer clip into the quick connect coupling body until flush and the tabs are locked in place.
- 3.
Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) .
Disconnect
NOTE:
When reusing liquid or vapor tube connections, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the tube or connector retaining clip may occur.
NOTE:
Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances. It is essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components or component damage may occur. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or tubes.
NOTE:
Do not use any tools. The use of tools may cause a deformity in the clip components which may cause fuel leaks.
NOTE:
Type 2
- 1.WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure, refer to Safety Warnings in General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions .
- 2.
If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
- 3.
Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) .
Connect
- 3.
Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) .
Disconnect
NOTE:
When reusing liquid or vapor tube connections, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the tube or connector retaining clip may occur.
NOTE:
Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances. It is essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components or component damage may occur. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or tubes.
NOTE:
Do not use any tools. The use of tools may cause a deformity in the clip components which may cause fuel leaks.
NOTE:
Type 3
- 1.WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure, refer to Safety Warnings in General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions .
- 2.
If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
- 3.
Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) .
Connect
- 3.
Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) .
Disconnect
NOTE:
When reusing liquid or vapor tube connections, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the tube or connector retaining clip may occur.
NOTE:
Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances. It is essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components or component damage may occur. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or tubes.
NOTE:
Do not use any tools. The use of tools may cause a deformity in the clip components which may cause fuel leaks.
NOTE:
Type 4
- 1.WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure, refer to Safety Warnings in General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions .
- 2.
If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
- 3.
Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) .
Connect
- 2.
Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) .
Disconnect
NOTE:
When reusing liquid tube connectors, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the tube or connector retaining clip may occur.
NOTE:
Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances. It is essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components or component damage may occur. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or tubes.
NOTE:
Do not use any tools. The use of tools may cause a deformity in the clip components which may cause fuel leaks.
NOTE:
Type 5
- 1.WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure, refer to Safety Warnings in General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions .
- 2.
If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
- 3.
Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) .
Connect
- 2.
Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) .