Disconnect and Connect

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Do not carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable vapors are always present and can ignite. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.

WARNING: Do not carry personal electronic devices such as cell phones, pagers or audio equipment of any type when working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.

WARNING: Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. Before servicing or disconnecting any of the fuel lines or fuel system components, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spraying of fuel. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury or a fire hazard.

Release the fuel system pressure. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE .
Remove the fuel tube clip.

Fig 1: View Of Fuel Tube And Clip
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Install the disconnect tool.

Fig 2: Installing Disconnect Tool
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Close and push the disconnect tool into the open side of the cage.

Fig 3: Pushing Disconnect Tool Into Open Side Of Cage
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Separate the fitting.

Fig 4: Separating Fitting
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To connect, reverse the disconnect procedure.
- Inspect and clean both the coupling ends.
- Lubricate the O-ring seals with clean engine oil.
  
  Fig 5: Identifying O-Ring Seals
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.