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Installation Procedure

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Important:  When performing the following procedure, do not reuse the old retaining rings. Replace the old retaining rings with new ones.

Do not install the new retaining ring onto the fitting by pushing the retaining ring down over the fitting.

  1. Install a new retaining ring into each quick connector fitting.
    Fig 1: Identifying Wrong Method Of Installing Retaining Ring
    G02117717Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Hook one of the open ends of the retaining ring in one of the slots in the quick connector.
    Fig 2: Installing Retaining Ring Into Quick Connector Fitting
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  3. Rotate the retaining ring around the connector until the retaining ring is positioned with all 3 ears through the 3 slots.
    Fig 3: Rotating Retaining Ring Around Connector
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  4. Ensure the 3 retaining ring ears can be seen from the inside of the connector and the retaining ring can move freely in the slots.
    Fig 4: Checking Fitting Of Retaining Ring
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  5. Install the engine oil cooler line into the quick connector fitting until a click is heard or felt.

    Pull back on the engine oil cooler lines to ensure a proper connection.

    Fig 5: Installing Engine Oil Cooler Line Into Quick Connector Fitting
    G02117721Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  Do not manually depress the retaining clip when installing the plastic cap.

  6. Snap the plastic cap onto the quick connect fitting.
  7. Ensure that the plastic cap is fully seated against the fitting.
    Fig 6: Sectional View Of Quick Connector
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  8. Ensure that no gap is present between the cap and the fitting.
  9. Inspect and fill the engine oil to the proper level.
    Fig 7: Checking Fitting For Gap
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