Spring Lock Couplings: Connect

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Clean and inspect the fuel tube and spring lock coupling.
- Lubricate the end of the fuel tube with clean engine oil.
Install the spring lock coupling onto the fuel tube until fully seated.

Fig 1: Installing Spring Lock Coupling Onto Fuel Tube
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Pull on the spring lock coupling to make sure it is correctly locked onto the fuel tube.
Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT .