Spring Lock Couplings: Disconnect

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WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.

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

Relieve the fuel pressure. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE .
If equipped, remove the fuel tube clip.

Fig 1: Removing Fuel Tube 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: Fitting Separate
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Remove the Disconnect Tool.

Fig 5: Removing Disconnect Tool
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