| General Procedures Special Tool(s) | | Disconnect Tool, Spring Lock Coupling (3/8”yellow) 310-D004 (23-039) | | | Disconnect Tool, Spring Lock Coupling (1/2”green) 310-D005 (23-040) | | | Disconnect Tool, Spring Lock Coupling (5/8” black) 412-038 (34-003) | | | Disconnect Tool, Fuel Line (5/16”) 310-040 (23-041) | | | Lösewerkzeug, Kraftstoffleitung 310-137 | Disconnection WARNING:Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable vapors are always present and may ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury. WARNING:The fuel system remains pressurized for a long time after the ignition is switched off. The fuel pressure must be released before attempting any repairs. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury. WARNING:This procedure involves fuel handling. Be prepared for fuel spillage at all times and always observe fuel handling precautions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury. | | -
Release the fuel system pressure.
For additional information, refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release - 1.4L Duratec-16V (Sigma)/1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT (Sigma)/1.8L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4) (310-00 Fuel System - General Information, General Procedures).
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- Position the two half shells (310-137/1) onto the fuel line.
- Slide the tool hand grip (310-137/2) onto the half shells and release the fuel connection.
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Install the special tool to the fuel line. | | | -
NOTE:Both sides of the spring lock coupling fuel line must be pushed together to enable the special tool to release the spring lock coupling locking tangs. Slide the special tool into the spring lock coupling to release the locking tangs. | | | -
Disconnect the fuel line from the spring lock coupling. - Allow the fuel to drain into a suitable container.
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Remove the safety clips from the fuel line spring lock couplings. | | | -
Install the special tool onto the fuel line spring lock coupling. | | | -
Close and push the fuel line spring lock coupling tool into the open side of the cage. | | | -
Separate the fuel line spring lock coupling. | Installation WARNING:Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable vapors are always present and may ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury. WARNING:The fuel system remains pressurized for a long time after the ignition is switched off. The fuel pressure must be released before attempting any repairs. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury. WARNING:This procedure involves fuel handling. Be prepared for fuel spillage at all times and always observe fuel handling precautions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury. | | -
Inspect and clean both fuel line spring lock coupling ends. Install new O-rings and garter springs if necessary. | | | -
NOTE:Lubricate the O-rings seals with clean engine oil. Insert the male fitting into the female end and push until the garter spring snaps over the flared end of the female fitting. | | | -
Make sure the fuel line spring lock coupling is engaged by pulling on the lines. | | | -
NOTE:Make sure the collar on the fuel line is inserted fully into the fuel line spring lock coupling and an audible click is heard. Install the spring lock coupling to the fuel line. | | 
