Section 10-01A: Fuel Tank, Filters, Tubes and Electric Fuel Pump, Gasoline Engines
1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty and Bronco with Gasoline Engines Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Push-Connect Fittings, Steel

 

 CAUTION: Discharge fuel system before disconnecting coupling.

SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL(S) REQUIRED
DescriptionTool Number
Fuel Line Disconnect Tool KitT90T-9550-S
5/16-InchT90T-9550-B
3/8-InchT90T-9550-C

Removal

  1. Open safety clip.

  1. Fit Tool T90T-9550-B (5/16-inch) or T90T-9550-C (3/8-inch) to coupling so that tool can enter female fitting.

  1. Push the tool into female fitting to release the retaining fingers from the formed male tube end.

  1. Pull male and female fittings apart.

  1. Remove the tool from the disconnected fitting.

  1. Inspect the fitting for any internal parts that may have been damaged. Fuel tube should be replaced if internal parts are damaged.

Installation

  1. Align the fitting and tube axially.

  1. Push the tube into the fitting. When properly engaged, a definite "click" will be heard.

  1. Pull on the fitting to make sure it is fully engaged.

  1. Lock assembly with safety clip.