Caution: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, as flying dirt particles may cause eye injury.

Caution: Place a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher nearby before performing any on-vehicle service procedures. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury.

Notice: Cap the fittings and plug the holes when servicing the fuel system in order to prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering the open pipes and passages.

Important: Always maintain cleanliness when servicing fuel system components.

1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .



2. Grasp both sides of the quick-connect fitting. Twist quick-connect fitting ¼ turn in each direction to loosen any dirt within fitting.
3. Repeat for other fuel pipe fitting.



4. Blow out dirt from quick-connect fittings at both ends, using compressed air.



5. Squeeze plastic tabs of male end connector.



6. Pull connection apart.

Repeat for the other fitting.

7. Wipe off the male pipe end using a clean shop towel.
8. Clean or replace components/assemblies as required.

Caution: In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury, before connecting fuel pipe fittings, always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends.

1. Apply a few drops of clean oil to the male pipe end.



2. Push both sides of the quick-connect fitting together in order to cause the retaining tabs/fingers to snap into place.



3. Pull on both sides of the quick connect fitting in order to make sure the connection is secure.
4. Tighten the fuel fill cap.
5. Reconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in engine electrical.
6. Inspect for leaks.

6.1.	Turn the ignition switch ON for 2 seconds.

6.2.	Turn the ignition switch OFF for 10 seconds.

6.3.	Turn the ignition switch ON.

6.4.	Check for fuel leaks.