Lincoln Aviator: Fuel System - General Information - 3.0L EcoBoost / General Procedures - Spring Lock Couplings
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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Disconnect the battery ground cable.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
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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 - 3.0L EcoBoost, General Procedures).
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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).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
292-00004Fuel Tanker 100 GPM
Draining
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information...
Pressure release
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...
Other information:
Overview
The
diagnostic process for each transmission concern will vary depending on
the symptoms and condition of the vehicle. The diagnostic process
below is an efficient method to collect as much data as possible about
the concern before performing a repair or removing the transmission from
the vehicle for teardown and further inspection...
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass CleanerZC-23
ESR-M14P5-A
Removal
Remove the interior rear view mirror.
Refer to: Interior Rear View Mirror (501-09 Rear View Mirrors, Removal and Installation)...