Vacuum Hose Repair - Mini-Tube

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Vacuum Hose Repair - Mini-Tube
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Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0000997
Vacuum Pump Kit 416-D002 (D95L-7559-A) or equivalent
  1. Measure the length of the damaged area of the mini-tube vacuum hose.
  2. Cut a piece of standard 1/8-in inner diameter vacuum hose approximately 25 mm (1 inch longer than the damaged area of the mini-tube vacuum hose).
  3. Cut off the mini-tube vacuum hose on each side of the damaged area.
  4. WARNING: Carefully read cautionary information on product label. For EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION seek medical advice. In the USA or Canada on Ford/Motorcraft products call: 1-800-959-3673. For additional information, consult the product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) if available. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
  5. Dip the mini-tube hose ends in commercially available paint thinner containing methyl ethyl ketone (MEK). This solvent will seal the mini-tube in the vacuum hose.
  6. Insert the ends of the mini-tube vacuum hose approximately 9 mm (3/8 in) into the ends of the standard 1/8-in repair vacuum hose section.
  7. Fig 1: Repairing Mini-Tube Hose
    GF0012679Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Shake the repair joint after assembly to make sure the solvent is dispersed and the vacuum line is not plugged.
  9. Test the system for a vacuum leak in the repair area.
    • Use the Vacuum Pump or equivalent.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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