Spring Lock Coupling: Connect

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer and 2004 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the spring lock coupling spring.

Fig 1: Installing Spring Lock Coupling Spring
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Lubricate the inside of the coupling with mineral oil.

Fig 2: Lubricating Inside Of Coupling With Mineral Oil
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CAUTION: Use only the new O-ring seals. The use of any O-ring seals other than those specified in the Ford Master Parts Catalog may result in intermittent leakage during vehicle operation.

Fig 3: Lubricating O-Ring Seals With Mineral Oil

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Install the O-ring seals.
- Lubricate the O-ring seals with mineral oil.
Connect the spring lock coupling fittings with a twisting motion until the spring lock coupling spring snaps over the flared end of the female fitting.

Fig 4: Connecting Spring Lock Coupling Fittings
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Install the spring lock coupling clip.