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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 11 (ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSQUICK CONNECT FITTING(S) SERVICE (METAL COLLAR)REMOVAL PROCEDURE
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard

Removal Procedure

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Removal Procedure
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    Fig 1: Blowing Dirt Out Of Fitting (Metal Collar)
    GM12776Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure .
  2. Remove the retainer from the quick-connect fitting, if applicable.
    3. CAUTION: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, as flying dirt particles may cause eye injury.
  3. Blow dirt out of the fitting using compressed air.
    4. Fig 2: Releasing Quick Connect Locking Tabs (Metal Collar)
    GM12780Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Choose the correct tool from J 37088-A  tool set for the size of the fitting. Insert the tool into the female connector, then push inward to release the locking tabs.
    5. Fig 3: Releasing Quick Connect Locking Tabs (Metal Collar)
    GM12782Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Pull the connection apart.
    6. NOTE: If necessary, remove rust or burrs from the fuel pipes with an emery cloth. Use a radial motion with the fuel pipe end in order to prevent damage to the O-ring sealing surface. Use a clean shop towel in order to wipe off the male tube ends. Inspect all the connections for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components and assemblies as required.
  6. Using a clean shop towel, wipe off the male pipe end.
  7. Inspect both ends of the fitting for dirt and burrs. Clean or replace the components as required.
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