2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 : Fuel Systems > Fuel Controls - 4.8L, 5.3L, And 6.0L > Repair Instructions > Fuel System >
Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
METAL COLLAR QUICK CONNECT FITTING SERVICE
Tool Required
J 41769 (Image 1) Fuel Line Quick Disconnect Tool
Removal Procedure
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1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
2. Remove the retainer from the fuel line quick-connect fitting.
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3. If equipped with the 5.3L (L59) engine, remove the retainers from the
fuel feed and return line to engine quick-connect fittings.
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CAUTIONCaution: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, as flying dirt particles may cause eye injury.
4. Using compressed air, blow any dirt or debris from around the fitting.
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5. Using the correct tool from J 41769 (Image 1) , insert the tool into the
female connector, then push inward in order to release the quick
connect locking tabs.
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6. Pull the fuel line connection apart.
NOTENotice: If necessary, remove rust or burrs from the fuel pipes with an emery cloth. Use a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male tube ends. Inspect all the connections for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components and assemblies as required.
7. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male connection end.
8. Inspect both ends of the fitting for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the
components as required.
Installation Procedure
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CAUTION
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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.
This will ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak.During normal operation, the O-rings located in the female
connector will swell and may prevent proper reconnection if not lubricated.
1. Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male connection end.
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2. Push both sides of the fitting together in order to snap the retaining
tabs into place.
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3. Once installed, pull on both sides of the connection in order to make
sure the connection is secure.
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4. If equipped with the 5.3L (L59) engine, install the retainers to the fuel
feed and return line to engine quick-connect fittings.
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5. Install the retainer to the fuel line quick-connect fitting.
6. Install the fuel fill cap.
7. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
REFERED IMAGES LIST:
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(Image 1) J 41769
METAL COLLAR QUICK CONNECT FITTING SERVICE
Tools Required
■ J 41769 (Image 1) Fuel Line Quick Disconnect Tool
■ J 43178 (Image 2) Fuel Line Disconnect Tool
Removal Procedure
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1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
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2. Remove the retainer from the fuel feed line to engine quick-connect
fitting.
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3. If equipped with the 5.3L (L59) engine, remove the retainers from the
fuel feed and return line to engine quick-connect fittings.
Click to Enlarge
CAUTIONCaution: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, as flying dirt particles may cause eye injury.
4. Using compressed air, blow any dirt or debris from around the fitting.
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5. Using the correct tool from J 41769 (Image 1) , insert the tool into the
female connector, then push inward in order to release the quick
connect locking tabs.
6. If the vehicle is a cab/chassis, it may be necessary to use J 43178
(Image 2) in order to release the quick connect locking tabs.
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7. Pull the fuel line connection apart.
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NOTENotice: If necessary, remove rust or burrs from the fuel pipes with an emery cloth. Use a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male tube ends. Inspect all the connections for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components and assemblies as required.
8. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male connection end.
9. Inspect both ends of the fitting for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the
components as required.
Installation Procedure
Click to Enlarge
CAUTIONCaution: 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.
This will ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak.During normal operation, the O-rings located in the female
connector will swell and may prevent proper reconnection if not lubricated.
1. Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male connection end.
Click to Enlarge
2. Push both sides of the fittings together in order to snap the retaining
tabs into place.
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3. Once installed, pull on both sides of the connection in order to make
sure the connection is secure.
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4. If equipped with the 5.3L (L59) engine, install the retainers to the fuel
feed and return line to engine quick-connect fittings.
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5. Install the retainer to the fuel feed line quick-connect fitting.
6. Install the fuel fill cap.
7. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection (Refer To List 1) .
REFERED IMAGES LIST:
REFER TO LIST:
(Image 1) J 41769
REFER TO LIST:
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(Image 2) J 43178
List 1
■ Engine / Engine Electrical / Repair Instructions / Battery Negative
Cable Disconnection And Connection (Auxiliary Battery)
■ Engine / Engine Electrical / Repair Instructions / Battery Negative
Cable Disconnection And Connection (Single Battery)
Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
METAL COLLAR QUICK CONNECT FITTING SERVICE
Tool Required
J 41769 (Image 1) Fuel Line Quick Disconnect Tool
Removal Procedure
1. Relieve the fuel system pressure before servicing any fuel system
connection. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief .
2. Remove the retainer from the quick-connect fitting.
Click to Enlarge
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CAUTIONCaution: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in order to prevent eye injury.
3. Blow dirt out of the fitting using compressed air.
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4. Choose the correct tool from the J 41769 (Image 1) tool set for the
size of the fitting. Insert the tool into the female connector, then push
inward in order to release the locking tabs.
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5. Pull the connection apart.
NOTENotice: If necessary, remove rust or burrs from the fuel pipes with an emery cloth. Use a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male tube ends. Inspect all the connections for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components and assemblies as required.
6. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male pipe end.
7. Inspect both ends of the fitting for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the
components as required.
Installation Procedure
Click to Enlarge
CAUTIONCaution: Always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends before connecting the fuel pipe fittings in order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury. This will
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ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak. During normal operation, the O-rings located in the female connector will swell and may prevent proper reconnection if not lubricated.
1. Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe end.
Click to Enlarge
2. Push both sides of the fitting together in order to snap the retaining
tabs into place.
Click to Enlarge
3. Once installed, pull on both sides of the fitting in order to make sure
the connection is secure.
4. Install the retainer to the quick-connect fitting.
REFERED IMAGES LIST:
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(Image 1) J 41769
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