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Quick Connect Coupling Retainer Clip: Installation

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  1. Install the tool into the quick connect coupling body.
  2. Insert the legs of the new retainer clip into the windows on the body of the quick connect coupling body.
    Fig 1: Inserting Legs Of New Retainer Clip Into Windows On Body Of Quick Connect Coupling Body
    G04657699Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Push the retainer clip straight into the quick connect coupling body until it is flush with the top lip and the side of the connector body.
    Fig 2: Pushing Retainer Clip Straight Into Quick Connect Coupling Body
    G04657700Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. NOTE: If the retainer clip is properly installed, the tool should be locked into the quick connect coupling body and can only be removed when the center of the retaining clip is depressed.
  5. Push down the center of the retainer clip and remove the tool. Upon release the retainer clip should remain in the quick connect coupler body.