QUICK RELEASE CONNECTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-D 1.5]
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Fuel Tank Type B Only
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Warning
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• Highly pressurized fuel may spray out if the fuel line is cut. Due to the following dangers occurring with a fuel spray, always complete the “Fuel Line Safety Procedure” to prevent the fuel from spraying.
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― Fuel may cause irritation if it comes in contact with skin and eyes.
― If fuel ignites and causes a fire, it may lead to serious injury or death, and damage to property and facilities.
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Caution
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• Disconnecting/connecting the quick release connector without cleaning it may cause damage to the fuel pipe and quick release connector. Always clean the quick release connector joint area before disconnecting/connecting using a cloth or soft brush, and make sure that it is free of foreign material.
Quick release connector position
Removal
1. Complete the “BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION”. (See BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION [SKYACTIV-D 1.5].)
2. Move the retainer upward using a small flathead screwdriver or a similar tool.
3. Pull out the fuel hose straight from the fuel pipe and disconnect it.
4. Cover the disconnected quick release connector and fuel pipe with vinyl sheeting or a similar material to prevent it from getting scratched or dirty.
Installation
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Note
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• If the quick release connector O-ring is damaged or has slipped, replace the fuel hose.
1. Inspect the fuel hose and fuel pipe sealing surface for damage and deformation.
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• If there is any malfunction, replace it with a new one.
2. Install the quick release connector.
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• Insert the fuel pipe straight to the end of the quick release connector.
• Push down the retainer using a finger.
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― If the retainer cannot be pushed down, push the fuel pipe further to the quick release connector.
3. Lightly pull and push the quick release connector a few times by hand, and then verify that it is connected securely.
4. Complete the “AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION”. (See AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION [SKYACTIV-D 1.5].)
