Shadow Convertible L4-153 2.5L SOHC (1994)
Fuel Supply Line: Service and Repair
Fuel Fittings
Quick Connect Fittings
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the gas tank cap to release fuel tank pressure.
3. Perform fuel system pressure release procedure. See: Fuel Filter/Fuel Pressure Release/Service and Repair
4. Clean fitting to prevent contamination of the system when the system is opened.
5. Wrap hoses with shop towels to contain any fuel spray and catch spilled fuel.
6. Push in on the black plastic ring on the end of the fitting and pull the quick connector from the fuel tube. If more force is needed an open end
wrench may be used to push the plastic ring into the nipple.
7. Cut as little fuel tube on each side of the fitting as is needed to leave clean, undistorted ends.
8. Discard fitting and hose ends.
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If it is necessary to replace fuel hose, hose used must be marked EFM/EFI due to higher system pressure.
10. Replace fittings with the correct size and type fittings.
11. Attach the hoses to the fittings using "rolled edge" hose clamps only, other types of hose clamps may cut into the fuel hose and cause to fuel leaks.
Torque hose clamps to 1 Nm (10 in-lbs).
NOTE: ASD and fuel pump relays remain energized for 7 minutes during the following test, unless the test is stopped or the ignition switch is
turned to the OFF position.
12. Using scan tool, place ignition switch in "RUN" position and use Actuate Output Test "Auto Shutdown (ASD) Relay", to activate fuel pump and
pressurize system.
13. Check for leaks.
