Mazda MX-5 Miata / Grand Touring. Manual — part 121

Fig. 32: Covered Quick Release Connector
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

TYPE B REMOVAL

1. Follow "BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION" and remove dirt from the connecting surfaces before

performing any work operations. (See BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION [LF] .)

2. Set the SST parallel to the quick release connector.

CAUTION:

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Be careful not to damage the pipe when unlocking the retainer.

NOTE:

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If the quick release connector is removed, replace the retainer with a new
one.

NOTE:

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The retainer is attached to the pipe even after the connector is
disconnected.

NOTE:

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The quick release connector can be removed by pushing the center
of the retainer tabs.

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Fig. 33: Setting SST Parallel To Quick Release Connector
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

3. Hold the center of the retainer tabs with the SST ends and press the retainer.

4. Pull the connector side and disconnect the quick release connector.

5. Raise a retainer tab using the SST and remove the retainer.

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Fig. 34: Raising Retainer Tab Using SST & Removing Retainer
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

6. Cover the disconnected quick release connector and fuel pipe with vinyl sheeting or a similar material to

prevent it from scratches or dirt.

TYPE A INSTALLATION

NOTE:

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If the quick release connector O-ring is damaged or has slipped, replace
the fuel hose.

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A checker tab is integrated with the quick release connector for new fuel
hoses and evaporative hoses. Remove the checker tab from the quick
release connector after the connector is completely engaged with the fuel
pipe.

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1. Inspect the fuel hose and fuel pipe sealing surface for damage and deformation.

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If there is any malfunction, replace it with a new one.

2. Apply a small amount of clean engine oil to the sealing surface of the fuel pipe.

3. Reconnect the fuel hose straight to the fuel pipe until a click is heard.

4. Lightly pull and push the quick release connector a few times by hand, and then verify that it can move

2.0-3.0 mm {0.08-0.12 in} and is connected securely.

5. Complete the "AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION". (See AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION [LF] .)

TYPE B INSTALLATION

Fig. 35: Identifying Checker Tab
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

NOTE:

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If the quick release connector does not move at all, disconnect it,
verify that the O-ring is not damaged or has not slipped, and then
reconnect the quick release connector.

CAUTION:

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Always replace the retainer with a new one when using SST 49 E042
001, otherwise, fuel leakage could result.

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