Durango 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1998)
Fuel Line Coupler: Service and Repair
Single TAB Type Fittings
Fig. 11 Single-Tab Type Fitting
This type of fitting is equipped with a single pull tab. The tab is removable. After the tab is removed, the quick-connect fitting can be separated
from the fuel system component.
CAUTION: The interior components (0-rings, spacers) of this type of quick-connect fitting are not serviced separately, but new pull tabs are
available. Do not attempt to repair damaged fittings or fuel lines/tubes. If repair is necessary, replace the complete fuel tube assembly.
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.
DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION
1. Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
2. Perform the fuel pressure release procedure.
3. Clean the fitting of any foreign material before disassembly.
Fig. 12 Disconnecting Single-Tab Type Fitting
4. Press the release tab on the 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 the release tab on the side of the fitting, use a screwdriver to pry up the pull tab.
