Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Installation

NOTE: Read the ‘‘Fuel Line/Quick Connect Fitting Precaution'' before this procedure.

1. Check the contact area (A) of the line (B) for dirt or damage, and clean it if needed.

1. Insert a new retainer (A) into the connector (B) if the retainer is damaged, or after:
   - replacing the fuel rail.
   - replacing the fuel feed line.
   - replacing the fuel pump.
   - replacing the fuel filter.
   - replacing the fuel gauge sending unit
   - removing the retainer from the line.

1. Before connecting a new fuel tube/quick-connect fitting assembly (A), remove the old retainer from (B) the mating line.

1. Align the quick-connect fittings with the line (A), and align the retainer locking tabs (B) with the connector tabs (C). Then press the quick-connect fittings onto the line until both retainer pawls 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 with new retainer:
Reconnection to existing retainer:

1. Make sure the connection is secure and that the tabs are firmly locked into place; check visually and by pulling the connector.

1. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery, and turn the ignition switch ON (II). The fuel pump will run for about 2 seconds, and fuel pressure will rise. Repeat two or three times, and check that there is no leakage in the fuel supply system.