RAM 1500 Truck 2WD V6-3.9L VIN X (1999)
Removing Pull Tab
Typical Two-Tab Type Quick-Connect Fitting
WARNING: THE FUEL SYSTEM IS UNDER A CONSTANT PRESSURE (EVEN WITH THE ENGINE OFF). BEFORE SERVICING
ANY FUEL SYSTEM HOSES, FITTINGS OR LINES, THE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MUST BE RELEASED. REFER TO THE FUEL
SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE PROCEDURE.
DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION
1. Perform fuel pressure release procedure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Release Procedure.
2. Disconnect negative battery cable from battery
3. Clean fitting of any foreign material before disassembly.
4. Press release tab on side of fitting to release pull tab.
CAUTION: If this release tab is not pressed prior to releasing the pull tab, the pull tab will be damaged.
5. While pressing release tab on side of fitting, use a screwdriver to pry up pull tab.
6. Raise pull tab until it separates from quick- connect fitting. Discard old pull tab.
7. Disconnect quick-connect fitting from fuel system component being serviced.
8. Inspect quick-connect fitting body and fuel system component for damage. Replace as necessary.
9. Prior to connecting quick-connect fitting to component being serviced, check condition of fitting and component. Clean parts with a lint-free cloth.
Lubricate with clean engine oil.
10. Insert quick-connect fitting into fuel tube or fuel system component until built-on stop on fuel tube or component rests against back of fitting.
11. Obtain a new pull tab. Push new tab down until it locks into place in quick-connect fitting.
12. verify a locked condition by firmly pulling on fuel tube and fitting (15-30 lbs.).
13. Connect negative cable to battery.
14. Start engine and check for leaks.
TWO-TAB TYPE FITTING
This type of fitting is equipped with tabs located on both sides of the fitting. These tabs are supplied for disconnecting the quick-connect fitting from
component being serviced.
CAUTION: The interior components (O-rings, spacers) of this type of quick-connect fitting are not serviced separately, but new plastic retainers are