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Fuel Line Fittings - Push Connect: Disconnect

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 servicing 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.
  1. Relieve the fuel pressure. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE - GASOLINE ENGINES  or FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE - DIESEL ENGINES  in this article.
  2. Disconnect the safety clip from the male hose.
    Fig 1: Removing Safety Clip
    G03909889Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the fuel line disconnect tool and push into the fitting.
    Fig 2: Pushing Fuel Line Disconnect Tool Into Fitting
    G03909890Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Separate the fittings.
    • Inspect for damage.
    • Clean the fittings.
    Fig 3: Separating Fittings
    G03889765Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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