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:
WARNING:
Before working on or disconnecting any of the fuel tubes or fuel
system components, relieve the fuel system pressure to prevent
accidental spraying of fuel. Fuel in the fuel system remains under high
pressure, even when the engine is not running...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Resistance Spotwelding Equipment
Scraper for Straight Edges
Grinder
Hot Air Gun
Knife
Spot Weld Drill Bit
Locking Pliers
Materials
Name
Specification
Metal Bonding AdhesiveTA-1, TA-1-B, 3M™ 08115, LORD Fusor® 108B
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Seam SealerTA-2-B, 3M™ 08308, LORD Fusor® 803DTM
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Flexible Foam Repair3M™ 08463, LORD Fusor® 121
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Removal
WARNING:
Electric vehicles damaged by a crash may have compromised
high voltage safety systems and present a potential high voltage
electrical shock hazard...