Spring Lock Coupling: Connect

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 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: Identifying Spring Lock Coupling Spring
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Lubricate the inside of the coupling with PAG oil.

Fig 2: Identifying Coupling Inside Area For Lubrication
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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: Locating O-Ring Seals

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Install the O-ring seals.
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.