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Removal (Spring Lock Coupling)

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  1. Release fuel pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE. Using Spring Lock Coupling Remover (D87L-9280-A for 3/8" or D87L-9280-B for 1/2"), remove retaining clip from coupling. Place remover over coupling so protrusion is positioned on cage opening side of coupling. See Fig 1.
  2. Close remover over coupling. Push remover into cage opening to release female fitting from garter spring. Separate male and female halves of coupling. Remove tool from disconnected spring lock coupling.
Fig 1: Removing & Installing Spring Lock Coupling
G92G04204Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.