Sable V6-183 3.0L DOHC VIN S MFI (1997)
2. Inspect visible internal portion of fitting for dirt accumulation. If more than a light coating of dust is present, clean the fitting before disassembly.
3. Some adhesion between seals in the fitting and the tubing will occur with time. To separate, twist fitting on the tube, then push and pull fitting until
it moves freely on tube.
NOTE: On 90 degree elbow connectors, excessive side loading could break connector body.
4. Remove hairpin-type clip from fitting by first bending and breaking shipping tab. Next, (using hands only) spread two clip legs about 3.2 mm (1/8
inch) each to disengage body and push legs into the fitting. Complete removal is accomplished by lightly pulling from triangular end of the clip
and working it clear of tube and fitting.
CAUTION: To prevent component damage, do not use any tools.
5. Grasp fitting and hose assembly and pull in an axial direction to remove fitting from steel tube.
6. After disassembly, inspect and clean tube end sealing surface. Tube end should be free of scratches and corrosion as they result in a path for fuel
leakage. Inspect inside of fitting for any internal parts such as O-ring and spacer that may have been dislodged from the fitting. Replace damaged
connector; do not service it.
INSTALLATION
1. Install a new connector if connector was found to be damaged. To install new clip, insert clip into any two adjacent openings with the triangular
portion pointing away from the fitting opening. Install clip to fully engage the body (legs of hairpin clip locked on outside of body). Piloting with
an index finger is necessary.
2. Before installing fitting on the tube, wipe tube end with a clean cloth. Inspect the inside of the fitting to make sure it is free of dirt and/or
obstructions.
3. To install fitting onto the tube, align fitting and tube axially and push fitting onto tube end. When fitting is engaged, a definite click will be heard.
Pull on fitting to make sure it is fully engaged. Apply a light coat of engine oil to tube end to ease assembly.
Hairpin Clip Fittings
REMOVAL
1. Inspect internal portion of fitting for dirt accumulation. If more than a light coating of dust is present, clean fitting before disassembly.
NOTE: Drain fuel tank if necessary.
2. Some adhesion between seals in fitting and tubing occurs with time. To separate, twist fitting on tube, then push and pull fitting until it moves
freely on tube.
NOTE: Push connect fittings are designed with a retaining clip. The fittings used with 9.5 mm and 7.9 mm (3/8 and 5/16 inch) diameter tubing use
a hairpin clip. Clips should be replaced whenever a connector is removed.
3. Remove hairpin clip from fitting by first bending shipping tab and breaking. Next (using hands only), spread two clip legs about 3.2 mm (1/8 inch)
each to disengage body and push legs into fitting. Complete removal is accomplished by lightly pulling from triangular end of clip and working it
clear of tube and fitting.
CAUTION: To prevent component damage, do not use any tools .
