Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN K SFI (2001)
Fuel Line Coupler: Service and Repair
Push Connect Fittings
Fuel Line Disconnect Tool
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
DISCONNECT
WARNING:
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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.
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FUEL IN THE FUEL SYSTEM REMAINS UNDER HIGH PRESSURE EVEN WHEN THE ENGINE IS NOT RUNNING. BEFORE
REPAIRING 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. See: Fuel Filter/Fuel Pressure Release
2. Disconnect the safety clip from the male hose.
3. Install the Fuel Line Disconnect Tool and push it into the fitting.
