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Quick Release Coupling

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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. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.3L EcoBoost  . Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.0L EcoBoost .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
  3. NOTE: Always wrap the fuel line connection with a towel before disconnecting it.
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Connect 

  1. Inspect and clean both quick coupling ends.
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  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.

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  3. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

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. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.3L EcoBoost  . Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.0L EcoBoost .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
  3. NOTE: Always wrap the fuel line connection with a towel before disconnecting it.
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    Connect 

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  4. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

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. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.3L EcoBoost  . Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.0L EcoBoost .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
    GFD395369Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Connect 

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  3. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

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. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.3L EcoBoost  . Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.0L EcoBoost .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
    GFD395372Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
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    Connect 

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  3. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

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 5 
  1. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.3L EcoBoost  . Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.0L EcoBoost .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
  3. NOTE: Always wrap the fuel line connection with a towel before disconnecting it.
    GFD395375Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Connect 

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  4. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

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 6 
  1. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.3L EcoBoost  . Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.0L EcoBoost .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
    GFD395377Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    GFD395378Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Connect 

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  3. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

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 7 
  1. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.3L EcoBoost  . Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.0L EcoBoost .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
  3. Press the tabs of the rear retainer clip and pull it to the outward position.
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Connect 

  1. Pull on the quick connect coupling to make sure it is securely fastened.
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  2. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

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 8 
  1. If servicing a liquid fuel tube quick connect coupling, release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.3L EcoBoost  . Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release 2.0L EcoBoost .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
GFD395383Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
GFD395384Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Connect 

  1. Pull on the quick connect coupling to make sure it is securely fastened.
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  2. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
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