F 350 4WD Super Duty V8-6.4L DSL Turbo (2008)
Fuel Line Coupler: Service and Repair
Quick Connect Coupling
QUICK CONNECT COUPLING
Disconnect - Type I
WARNING:
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When working on or near the evaporative emission (EVAP) system, disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery. The EVAP
system contains fuel vapor and condensed fuel vapor, so an electrical spark may cause a fire or explosion. Failure to follow this
instruction may result in serious personal injury.
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Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or have an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly
flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
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Do not carry personal electronic devices such as cell phones, pagers or audio equipment of any type when working on or near any
fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions may result
in serious personal injury.
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When handling fuel, always observe fuel handling precautions and be prepared in the event of fuel spillage. Spilled fuel may be ignited by
hot vehicle components or other ignition sources. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
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Before working on or disconnecting any of the fuel tubes or fuel system components, relieve the fuel system pressure to prevent accidental
spraying of fuel. Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure, even when the engine is not running. Failure to follow this
instruction may result in serious personal injury.
CAUTION:
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When reusing liquid or vapor tube connectors, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector
retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the tube or connector retaining clip can occur. Apply clean engine oil to
the end of the tube before inserting the tube into the connector.
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Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances. It is essential that absolute cleanliness is
observed when working with these components or component damage can occur. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or
tubes.
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Do not use any tools. The use of tools may cause a deformity in the clip components which may cause fuel leaks.
1. If servicing a liquid fuel tube, release the fuel system pressure.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
3. Disconnect the fuel tube quick connect coupling.
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Press the fuel tube quick connect coupling button and pull the fuel tube to disconnect.
Connect - Type I
1. NOTE:
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Make sure the fuel tube clicks into place when installing the tube. To make sure that the fuel tube is fully seated, pull on the tube.
