Ford 1997 Aerostar Workshop Manual page 52

1997 Aerostar/Ranger
Removal
1. Inspect visible internal portion of fitting for dirt accumulation. If more than a light coating of dust is
present, clean the fitting before disassembly.
2. CAUTION: Do not use any tools.
Some adhesion between the seals in the fitting and the tubing will occur with time. To separate, twist
the fitting on the tube, then push and pull the fitting until it moves freely on the tube.
3. Remove hairpin type clip from fitting by first bending the shipping tab downward so that it will clear the
body. Next (using hands only), spread the two clip legs approximately 3.0mm (1/8 inch) each to
disengage the body and push the legs into the fitting. To remove completely, lightly pull the triangular
end of the clip and work it clear of the tube and fitting. Discard clip. It must be replaced with a new
one during installation.
4. Grasp the fitting and hose assembly and pull in an axial direction to remove the fitting from the steel
or nylon tube.
5. When fitting is removed from the tube end, inspect the fitting and tube for any internal parts that may
have been dislodged from the fitting. Any loose internal parts should be immediately installed, using
the mating tube to insert the parts.
Installation
1. Install the new clip by inserting clip into any two adjacent openings with the triangular portion pointing
away from the fitting opening. Install clip to fully engage the body (legs of hairpin clip locked on
outside of body). Piloting with an index finger is necessary.
2. Before installing fitting on the tube, wipe tube end with a clean cloth. Inspect the inside and outside of
the fitting to make sure it is free of dirt and/or obstructions.
3. To install the fitting onto the tube, align the fitting and tube axially and push the fitting onto the tube
end. When the fitting is engaged, a definite click will be heard. Pull on fitting to make sure it is fully
engaged.
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