Ford Fusion: Fuel System - General Information - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4 / Spring Lock Couplings. General Procedures
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
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310-250 Disconnect Tool, Fuel Line TKIT-2012A-FL TKIT-2012A-ROW |
Disconnect
NOTICE:
When reusing liquid or vapor tube connectors, make sure to
use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector
retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the
tube or connector retaining clip can occur. Apply clean engine oil to
the end of the tube before inserting the tube into the connector.
NOTICE:
Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise
tolerances and fine clearances. It is essential that absolute
cleanliness is observed when working with these components or component
damage can occur. Always install plugs to any open orifices or tubes.
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WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information.
Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal
injury.
Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
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If servicing a liquid fuel tube spring lock coupling, release the fuel system pressure
Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release (310-00A Fuel System - General Information - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, General Procedures).
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Disconnect the battery ground cable.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
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NOTE:
Always wrap the fuel line connection with a towel before disconnecting it.
Install the Fuel Line Disconnect Tool on the tube and push into the spring lock coupling to release.
Use Special Service Tool: 310-250
Disconnect Tool, Fuel Line.
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Separate the spring lock coupling from the tube.
Connect
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Align and push the spring lock coupling onto the tube until fully seated.
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Pull on the coupling to make sure it is fully engaged.
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Connect the battery ground cable.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
Disconnect
NOTE:
When reusing liquid or vapor tube connections, make sure to
use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector
retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the
tube or connector retaining clip may occur...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
WARNING:
Turn the ignition OFF and wait one minute to deplete
the backup power supply. Ignition must remain OFF until repair is
complete. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious
personal injury or death in the event of an accidental deployment.
If a SRS fault is present, con..
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if
replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser
quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.
Remove the lower arm.
Refer to: Low..