Dodge Nitro. Manual — part 658

Fig. 14: Typical Two-Tab Type Quick-Connect Fitting
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15. Two-Tab Type Fitting: This type of fitting (2) is equipped with tabs located on both sides of fitting (1).

The tabs are supplied for disconnecting quick-connect fitting from component being serviced.

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To disconnect quick-connect fitting, squeeze plastic retainer tabs (1) against sides of quick-connect
fitting with your fingers. Tool use is not required for removal and may damage plastic retainer.

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Pull fitting from fuel system component being serviced.

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The plastic retainer will remain on component being serviced after fitting is disconnected. The O-
rings and spacer will remain in quick-connect fitting connector body.

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Fig. 15: Plastic Retainer Ring Type Fitting
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16. Plastic Retainer Ring Type Fitting: This type of fitting can be identified by the use of a full-round

plastic retainer ring (4) usually black in color.

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To release fuel system component from quick-connect fitting, firmly push fitting towards
component being serviced while firmly pushing plastic retainer ring into fitting (6). With plastic
ring depressed, pull fitting from component. The plastic retainer ring must be pressed squarely
into fitting body. If this retainer is cocked during removal, it may be difficult to disconnect
fitting. Use an open-end wrench on shoulder of plastic retainer ring to aid in disconnection.

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After disconnection, plastic retainer ring will remain with quick-connect fitting connector body.

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Inspect fitting connector body, plastic retainer ring and fuel system component for damage.
Replace as necessary.

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Fig. 16: Latch Clip-Type 1
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17. Latch Clips - Type 1: Depending on vehicle model and engine, 2 different types of safety latch clips are

used. Type-1 (4) is tethered to fuel line and type-2 is not. A special tool will be necessary to disconnect
fuel line after latch clip is removed. The latch clip may be used on certain fuel line/fuel rail connection, or
to join fuel lines together.

18. Pry up on latch clip with a screwdriver (3).

19. Slide latch clip toward fuel rail while lifting with screwdriver.

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Fig. 17: Fuel Line Disconnection Using Special Tool
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20. Insert special fuel line removal tool (Snap-On number FIH 9055-1 or equivalent) into fuel line (1). Use

tool to release locking fingers in end of line.

21. With special tool still inserted, pull fuel line from fuel rail.

22. After disconnection, locking fingers will remain within quick-connect fitting at end of fuel line.

23. Disconnect quick-connect fitting from fuel system component being serviced.

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