Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Removal and Installation

NOTE: Before you work on the fuel lines and fittings, read the Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Precautions.

1. Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting - Remove



USA and Canada models

USA and Canada models
1.
If equipped, remove the quick-connect fitting cover.
2.
Check the fuel quick-connect fittings (A) for dirt, and clean it if needed.
3.
Place a rag or shop towel over the quick-connect fitting.
4.
Hold the connector (A) with one hand, and squeeze the retainer tabs (B) with the other hand to release them from the locking tabs (C).
5.
Pull the connector off.
NOTE:
Be careful not to damage the line (D) or other parts. Do not use tools.
If the connector does not move, keep the retainer tabs pressed down, and alternately pull and push the connector until it comes off easily.
Do not remove the retainer from the line; once removed, the retainer must be replaced with a new one.
6.
Check the contact area (A) of the line (B) for dirt or damage.
If it is dirty, clean it.
If it is rusty or damaged, replace the fuel pump, fuel filter, or fuel feed line.
7.
To prevent damage and keep foreign matter out, cover the disconnected connector and line ends with plastic bags (A).
NOTE:
The retainer cannot be reused once it has been removed from the line.
Replace the retainer when:
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replacing the fuel feed line.
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replacing the fuel tank unit.
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it has been removed from the line.
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it is damaged.


NOTE: Before you work on the fuel lines and fittings, read the Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Precautions.

1. Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting - Install
1.
Check the contact area (A) of the line (B) for dirt or damage, and clean it if needed.
2.
Insert a new retainer (A) into the connector (B) if the retainer is damaged, or after:
replacing the fuel feed line.
replacing the fuel tank unit.
removing the retainer from the line.
NOTE: Use the same manufacturer retainer and the same size retainer when the replacing the retainer.






USA and Canada models

USA and Canada models
3.
Before connecting a new fuel line/quick-connect fittings (A), remove the old retainer (B) from the mating line.




Connection with new retainer

Reconnection to existing retainer

Connection to new fuel line
4.
Align the quick-connect fittings with the line (A), and align the retainer locking tabs (B) with the connector grooves (C).
5.
Press the quick-connect fittings onto the line until both retainer tabs lock with a clicking sound.
NOTE: If it is hard to connect, put a small amount of new engine oil on the line end.





Connection to new fuel line
6.
When you reconnect the connector with the old retainer, make sure the connection is secure and the tabs are firmly locked into place; check visually and also by pulling the connector.
7.
When you replace the fuel line with a new one, make sure you remove the ring pull upwards after you confirm the connection is secure.
NOTE: Before you remove the ring pull, make sure the fuel line connection is secure. If the connection is not secure, the ring pull could break when you try to remove it.
8.
Reconnect the negative cable to the battery, and press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode (but do not operate the starter motor).
9.
The fuel pump will run for about 2 seconds, and fuel pressure will rise. Repeat this two or three times, and check that there is no leakage in the fuel supply system.
10.
If equipped, install the quick-connect fitting cover. Set the groove of the cover on the fuel line as shown, then install it. Make sure the cover is firmly locked in place.