Rio L4-1.6L (2004)
Fuel Line Coupler: Technical Service Bulletins
Fuel System- Quick Disconnect Fuel Lines
SOURCE: KIA Technician Times Volume 6 Issue 5, 2003
TITLE: Quick Disconnect Fuel Lines
APPLIES TO: Starting with the 1998
SERVICE TIP:
Starting with the '98 MY, newly introduced Kia models have been equipped with a Quick Disconnect style coupling to interconnect fuel lines. These
couplings are designed to allow installation/removal without tools, and provided they are handled correctly, they will provide a durable and leak-free
connection. However, KMA has become aware of a few cases where the couplings were damaged from use of pliers. Tools should not be used on
these couplings because they will cause damage and render the coupling unfit for further use. Once the coupling is damaged, the fuel line must be
replaced.
Please refer to the instructions/illustrations below for the correct way to connect and disconnect the couplings:
To disconnect:
1. Push the connector towards the component, then pull the release tabs away from the component and pull the fittings apart.
To connect:
1. Push the female quick disconnect fitting completely onto the male end.
WARNING
IF THE FITTING IS NOT COMPLETELY SEALED, FUEL COULD LEAK FROM THE CONNECTION AND IGNITE. THIS COULD
RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS, DEATH, OR OTHER PERSONAL INJURY.
CAUTION
DO NOT USE PLIERS ON THE QUICK DISCONNECT FITTING. DAMAGE TO THE LOCK FEATURE COULD OCCUR.
