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Installation Procedure

WARNING:

In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury, before connecting fuel pipe fittings, always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends.

This will ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak.

During normal operation, the O-rings located in the female connector will swell and may prevent proper reconnection if not lubricated.

  1. Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male connection end.
    Fig 1: Oiling Male Pipe Ends (Metal Collar)
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  2. Push both sides of the fittings together in order to snap the retaining tabs into place.
    Fig 2: View Of Connectors (Metal Collar)
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  3. Once installed, pull on both sides of the connections in order to make sure the connection is secure.
    Fig 3: Ensuring Connection (Metal Collar) Is Secure
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  4. Install the retainers to the fuel feed/return pipes.