DIY: Removing a Push Lock Fuel Line Fitting

[@carlsapartments8931]

I am in shock I can't believe it.... you may be one of the only people on YT that can do it all and do it well... use a cam properly.... use good lighting.... show relevant parts... speak smoothly and intelligently... know what you are talking about, not say ah, um every second word with long pauses in between... the headline matches the topic... and possibly most important of all you don't tell stories for the first 12 minutes about 2-3-4 other things that have nothing to do with the topic of the video before getting on with it CONGRATULATIONS YOU ARE A YT STAR! imho! honestly I am stunned when I find a well done video!

[@4DIYers]

Thank you so much for the compliment :) I really appreciate the feedback!

[@leolegault2742]

ABSOLUTELY.. TOTALLY AGREE .. 5 * 's FOR YOU 4DIYers, Wel Done..

[@rezagrans1296]

crediting good work is important, and i_ appreciate subtitles/captioning in the brakes video where some mumbling was goin on : )

[@Bob31415]

Excellent comment and so very true. So many videos have wasted time at the beginning and the KZbinr is inarticulate.

[@garypatton9720]

Thanks, Mom!

[@TonyRocksYo]

It's awesome that a video you put out 3 years ago saved me so much stress. You sir are awesome.

[@4DIYers]

Thank you!

[@2ndbar]

I like that you showed the inside of the clip and described how it works, plus you pointed out that O-rings can stick.

[@4DIYers]

Glad I could help and thank you for the kind words!

[@oldesarge2000]

This was exactly what I was looking for. A straight forward explanation of how to disconnect and reconnect a fuel line. About to replace the injectors on my '03 Dodge Dakota and I have never disconnected the fuel line before. Thanks for taking the time to explain this procedure.

[@4DIYers]

+oldesarge2000 Excellent to hear and thank you for the kind words! I have have some other Dodge related videos if you are looking for more tutorials. They're from an 03 Dakota as well with the 4.7L V8.

[@davidemmons]

​@@4DIYers 37.8😮

[@offline-hall3]

Thanks very much for that video save me time

[@levicallis459]

Just to add to this. Anyone trying this for the first time , expect it to take awhile , most don’t pop off that easy . Also , the white set quick disconnects that he’s using are wayyyy better than the metal universal and multicolored set . Great vid man , well explained

[@4DIYers]

Great tips and thank you for the feedback :)

[@thomasheward7999]

Levi Callus Good to hear "this takes time, understanding and patience". I am on my 2nd week of trying to remove the low pressure fuel line using fingers by depressing the 2 black buttons as you force the metal line against the HPFP than try and "pull it off". Finally quit and ordered pliers made for this particular task as well as "the wrap around metal button depresser" but many reviews state the wrap around fails to adequately depress the black plastic buttons.

[@jjonathan360]

This is the most helpful video I've come across on this subject. I've never had to disconnect this particular kind of fitting before now, and Ive been banging my head against the wall trying to figure out what the right tool to buy is. Thanks!

[@4DIYers]

No problem, happy to help :)

[@stevenkeirstead6305]

Thank You. I had already watched several videos on this and yours is the first one that I could simply watch and SEE how it is done. Well done and a public service. Thank You

[@billcoley8520]

Thank you so much for actually showing exactly how the connection actually operates on the inside

[@4DIYers]

No problem, always happy to help!

[@clintharrell2258]

Thank you for a straightforward simple way to do this! I saw these connectors, and I thought, OMG! now what do I do??? Such a relief to see this video!

[@davidemmons]

FC

[@pinoydiesel5296]

Thank you for info. Not a minute more or less than needed on the video. Other youtubers would have included a 10minute history of how that type of connection got invented. 😂

[@4DIYers]

No problem, happy to help! I could never drag out a video, it would get on my nerves and I'm not the one watching it lol.

[@barry7413]

I had to replace a leaking heater hose fitting to the firewall. Same style fitting (2000 Silverado). Bought the same plastic tool kit and it was a snap. Worth the few bucks to avoid the annoyance of trying to make some tool.

[@jordanmclaughlin7471]

What’s the name of the tool?

[@metrork1]

@@jordanmclaughlin7471 fuel line quick disconnect

[@thogan7242]

Great straight forward video! All to often I find 20 min videos for a 2 min topic. Kudos for being direct and to the point!

[@4DIYers]

Thank you so much for the feedback and kind words! I could never drag out a video, I always like keeping informative yet short. Easiest way to get out info.

[@martyjoseph9507]

Yeah, with 22 years of Wisconsin rust I wasn't so lucky. Tried your tool and also the metal scissors one, until the rusty filter crumbled. Now I get to try again with a big snowstorm rolling in... And I've done this successfully on other cars before...

[@davidmohr1920]

Thank you so much every other video out there did not show how to disconnect these lines so now I can go buy the right tool :-)

[@4DIYers]

Glad to help out and thank you for the feedback!

[@Opelearthquake]

OUTSTANDING!! I have not worked with these connectors before, just bought the tool and didn't know how to use it. I am hoping that this works for my trans cooling lines on my Durango. Let you know soon.

[@AlanMedina314]

This video is exactly what I needed to address my fuel rail fitting. Thanks.

[@4DIYers]

Happy to help!

[@AlanMedina314]

@Michael Walter I cant comment on a Buick because I have not been exposed to one. What I do know from working on other cars is that the oil rings are found in the fuel injector heads. You have the fuel line which uses the fuel release tools on this video and then the fuel line feeds the fuel rail with the fuel injectors feeding the combustion chambers. Hope it helps.

[@DIYCustoms]

Thanks for explaining and getting to the point without the confusing endless rhetoric

[@4DIYers]

Glad to help out :)

[@beverlyharrold718]

this gives us a small chance of having our towns ice cream truck on the road today thank you

[@4DIYers]

Happy to help and best of luck!

[@JimTMcDaniels1]

Hey I fixed mine!: '96 Buick Century dripping quick connect fuel line-bad o rings. I was able to disconnect the line using the right size push in nylon disconnect collar sleeve auto stores sell for this. Then I used needle nose pliars to remove the 4 fingers metal connect cage by rolling it and lifting out. Then I removed the first black plastic spacer sleeve by prying with a small screw driver. Then pry out the first o ring, then the yellow plastic spacer sleeve, then the second o ring. I then found my 1/4" socket extension fat end was the right size to tap everything back in place using a light hammer in the same order noting the black spacer sleeve has a wide end top stop. I replaced the worn o rings with black plumbing o rings # 2-012 3/8" id x 1/2" od that I had in my supplies. Paying it forward here, hope it helps you.

[@4DIYers]

Awesome information Jim, thank you for sharing! Don't forget to subscribe.

[@1968stratocasterr]

SIR THANK YOU!!!! Guys if you have this same problem SPIN THE METAL PART ON THE PLASTIC TOOL

[@4DIYers]

Happy to help and thank you for the tip!

[@stevengoat3505]

thank you for the help it is been great you showed a good show about how to get that line off I was trying everything

[@brittanyaquiar4191]

Made a tool out of a bicycle handle end cap worked like a charm and it took 5 minutes to make saved gas and money lol. Worked just the same. Did it on an 07 aspen. Good video just wanted to see the way u did it to make sure i was doing it right. I work on cars had to do this for a friends car.

[@4DIYers]

Excellent tip, thank you for sharing!

[@vincenttermine2881]

Thanks for the demo. Your very complete description will make it easy to understand what needs to be done.

[@ebutuoy8272]

Needed one of these last night but it was Xmas eve and nothing was open so i made one out of some bendable plastic and a cable tie.

[@navedod1303]

So how do o get to the line that is right behind the engine by the transmission with out removing the transmission

[@4DIYers]

Have you tried from both the top and bottom? I haven't worked on one, but another option maybe loosening the cross member of the transmission and dropping it down slightly, should have enough flex in the engine mounts.

[@luisbeltran937]

Wow finally found the answer to this. Thank you . On my way to get those parts.

[@4DIYers]

Right on, happy I could help!

[@luisbeltran937]

@@4DIYers thanks again . successfully replaces the fuel regulator hose on my 2001 ford focus. 👍

[@jamesbarnett3902]

very good and clear explanation on how to use the tool

[@4DIYers]

Thank you and glad to help out!

[@Thuderhorsellc]

Well articulated and succinct. Best that I have seen. Thank you!

[@4DIYers]

Thank you :)

[@BewareTheLilyOfTheValley]

This is but one obstacle that stands in my way if I want to change the gasket seals on my car but here I am, probably foolishly hoping to still fix it myself, lol. I saw the gas lines though and stopped. I think I'll toss a pack of these onto my Amazon list with other parts I'm getting, either way. Thank you for the video!

[@Lllolililopo]

this helped a lot thanks you, I am rebuilding a pontaic g6 gtp and I'm 16 so trying to keep it cheap, now I know what I need. thanks!

[@4DIYers]

Glad to help out! Don't forget to subscribe.

[@notorious8801]

Lol I just yanked them off and those clips came off and stayed on the fuel line so I just put the clips back in the hose and shove them on the new pump and it works great no issues or leaks just gotta make sure you bend the clips out so they can still grab

[@SupraSav]

I definitely didnt come to DIY channel looking for a specialized tool to buy 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@4DIYers]

You can't do a repair without the proper tools. If it's a fuel line, the last thing you want is creating a leak and then having the vehicle catch fire.

[@chloesamclutch]

thanks for your video I am trying to undo a fuel tank under the back of a 98 Suburban and the fuel hoses are extremely hard to get to buying this tool will definitely make this job a lot easier. as I suspected my fuel tank and pump are good it is a leaking fuel line.

[@4DIYers]

Glad to help out and thank you for the feedback. Don't forget to subscribe :)

[@scottpecora371]

Thank You, taught me something new today, most appreciated. Scott

[@4DIYers]

Glad to help out Scott :)

[@vingianni]

Well done video clear & concise, I need to get this set of tools, what is the proper technical name for them and where would you recommend that I buy one?

[@metrork1]

Tried your recommendation of inserting the quick disconnect tool and than turning back and forth the hose while holding the tool from turning and it came apart easily

[@4DIYers]

Excellent to hear and thank you for the feedback!

[@JakeLonggverified]

Short, clear and well filmed. Thank you very much.

[@1945temo]

Could I cut off the puch-lock and use the black gas hose into the metal tubeand clamp it? Wonder if it would make any difference. Thanks

[@huongyn8808]

I was looking to do it. Did it work?

[@1945temo]

@@huongyn8808 I did not do it but it should not ne a problem with a good clamp. As long as it would not leak.

[@mike48632]

I have a 2003 Dodge Ram Pickup with the 5.7 hemi and the line that couples to the fuel rail will NOT loosen up and come off even after buying different tools both plastic and metal , Can you cut the line above the coupler and put a high pressure hose where you cut ?

[@4DIYers]

Have you tried pushing it on further or rotating the connections? I'd be hesitant using a gear clamp connection and there isn't a hose barb, so you can risk the link sliding off under pressure.

[@dewaynegoates6121]

How do you remove the plastic end of a fuel line that is broken off in the puch lock. On a 1998 chevy 1500

[@specialized29er86]

A great system, our car even uses them on the fuel filter lines.

[@majorlopez1992]

When the engine is off is there still pressure in the pump side of the line or do they all come off dry

[@metrork1]

yes

[@kleenax]

Excellent, PROFESSIONAL video! Thank you sir.

[@4DIYers]

+kleenax Thank you and glad to help out!

[@dylanbodkin6225]

I did this with a an old credit card, a zip tie, a lighter, a tire pressure gauge, and a 9mm box wrench. 1. cut the credit card cut down to a 3cm by 2cm rectangle. 2. wrap the rectangle around the tire pressure gauge and use the lighter to give it a circular shape. 3. wrap the warped rectangle where the tool would go. 4. tighten the card flush around the metal with the zip tie. 5. use the wrench to push the credit car in.

[@paulolson4223]

Well done. Gave me the answer I was looking for.

[@josephruppenthal1936]

didn't know how to take my fuel line off my Ls1, so thanks man

[@4DIYers]

+Joseph Ruppenthal No problem, glad to help out.

[@HISL67]

Thanks helped a lot on how to remove fuel from my vx commodore

[@4DIYers]

No problem :)

[@normrodriguez9306]

Do you need to relieve the pressure in the line first?

[@Thatguyyoumettoday]

My god thank you so much for this...I was ready to jump off the roof lol

[@4DIYers]

No problem, happy to help!

[@sicknick6080]

Jumping off the roof doesn't hurt at all ! The sudden stop afterwards is a bitch though!!!🤕

[@JLSJR1979]

Some how I lost my spring clip inside line. I know it’s needed. Though hard to fine in stores...any suggestions???

[@thomasheward7999]

Must purchase a replacement unit.

[@john-richardskarvik2106]

what is the name off the tool?

[@BSCGDC]

Thanks! This saved me a lot of headaches on my '94 Mustang GT.

[@vensonjames3488]

great video, very understandable and straight to the point perfect

[@4DIYers]

Thank you :)

[@missme9197]

great video you got right to the point and you did it thank you sir

[@4DIYers]

Glad to help out and thank you!

[@4DIYers]

Romulan112 Yes the scissor style x tool will work for this job.

[@stevengoat3505]

also you have a Merry Christmas hope I can get my pump going and have one too thanks to you thanks again

[@4DIYers]

+Steven Goat Thank you and Merry Christmas to you as well! Best of luck with troubleshooting your pump as well. Hopefully you're not stuck in the cold weather.

[@stevengoat3505]

Yes I googled it found out how to do it made it to get it off fixed and running I am so happy first time I've been doing something like that never changed pump in the gas tank

[@Jerseyhighlander]

I have NEVER been able to get one of these GM quick connect fittings off with anything less than a saw & a cold chisel.

[@DanielGarcia-mq1to]

Hows going there good video. I have a 2006 Volvo vnl670 with an d12 engine and iam wanting to change out the fuel filter housing butiam kind of skeptical on do in it cuz i never done it b4. Are the fuel line fitting are the same as the Volvo d12 engine ?

[@AGGIMPULSE]

Hello I have a 2003 ram 1500 5.9 and I can not find a fuel line connector for it do you no were I can get one or just a whole new fuel line that will fit because the one that came with my ram is a metal connector.

[@curtissheppard1996]

Thank you for this. It was perfect.

[@4DIYers]

You're very welcome!

[@JoseDiaz-tl5xl]

Jose Diaz said thankyou for the all information about the Volvo

[@4DIYers]

Glad to help out :)

[@carrysmith2008]

great video buddy,,whats the name of that special tool to disconnect the gas lines???

[@4DIYers]

+Carry Smith Thank you. Just a fuel line disconnect set.

[@OleManGaming]

Hello do you have to replace the four spring steel tabs if they are loose?

[@4DIYers]

You can't replace the clips. The only way is replacing the line if the spring retainers are damaged.

[@OleManGaming]

@@4DIYers thank you I replaced the retainer.

[@greenman7yyy]

Thank you, these things...I can never remember whether to push, pull or load the shotgun. They are rarely in a great location to work with either.

[@terryg9077]

Thanks for the video. Great explanation.

[@4DIYers]

Always happy to help :)

[@stevetdeacon]

Pain in the ass! Definitely quick connect not quick disconnect 😂😂😂 I would suggest the plastic moveable ones i used a back handle one with 2 pieces you have to try to get into it. I did mine on a 03 yukon

[@petermajewski8960]

Thank you! Thank god for youtube.!

[@4DIYers]

No problem, always happy to help!

[@mwa1252]

Thanks man... You're a life saver!

[@4DIYers]

No problem :)

[@danitahancock9582]

Just what I needed THANKS!!!!

[@nancyhoralia]

This was a great help. Thank you

[@4DIYers]

Thank you!

[@colinwayland7160]

Wish it was this easy

[@grabasandwich]

I just finished replacing the pump on my 04 Silverado in my driveway. It has 300k (KM) The pump still worked, but rusted out and had a huge hole. Strong gas smell whenever I parked it. What a nightmare! The lock ring was fused to the pump from rust. Also rotten was the metal quick connect shown here, part of the metal line on the frame near the tank, and the tank straps. Runs a bit better now and no more codes! Have a good one :)

[@thomasheward7999]

I am looking for a DIY mechanic that has a typical low pressure fuel pump line entering the HPFP but has 2 depressable black buttons that can be depressed by: 1. your fingers 2. a special blunt tipped pair of pliers or 3. the circular tool that wraps the metal fuel line and depresses the release buttons when closed - so you can remove the metal fuel line from the short metal entry tube into the HPFP. I have tried several times as the you tube videos suggest "no tool required" but I finally stopped trying and purchased pliers (than soft tipped the plier ends) and the circular tool is coming UPS for $37.00 but many reviews of the circular tool indicate it is not properly made so fails to depress the buttons for release of the low pressure fuel line into the HPFP: Working on A 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman S with the N18 Engine.

[@MrJose1223]

Did you replace o ring ? Or do you have to replace the fuel line itself

[@4DIYers]

MrJose1223 You should be able to purchase a new o-ring if you do into a hydraulic supplier. They'll measure it up and have a replacement.

[@MrJose1223]

Thanks

[@TerenceMII]

I still can't seem to get the lines off with these tools

[@TerenceMII]

Nevermind, was removed with much convincing

[@4DIYers]

If you're having trouble in the future, either rotate the line to break it free or pushing it further on the fitting usually helps. Don't forget to subscribe :)

[@MrDaicon23]

I broke the gasket from inside I don't have the tool to removed, where can I find it?

[@4DIYers]

Auto parts store.

[@formeitwastuesday.1515]

my 5/16 line came off but the 3/8 is stuck. Ring slides in but no come loose.

[@amartinez1556]

I was able to lower my gas tank and the only thing the is still connected is that darn connector on the lid of the tank. I have the scissor version of the tool, but it is not working. it seems to be stuck. My next option it to use some pblaster and some break cleaner to flush it out. Do you have any more suggestions?

[@4DIYers]

Amilkar Martinez Try to rotate the line a little or pull it back so there isn't pressure on the tabs.

[@dannybrown438]

Thanks, very well explained

[@uainttheone]

On my ZX 14 I was putting it back together and noticed an o ring that had ripped in half..can I just replace the o ring or need a new line

[@4DIYers]

Yes you can, take the o-ring to a hydraulic supplier and they'll match it up for you.

[@Clearanceman2]

Great video, very instructive and clear.

[@4DIYers]

Thank you and don't forget to subscribe :)

[@Clearanceman2]

What do you do if your friend screws around with the push lock too much and flattens the tabs so they won't reingage with the line?

[@TheTferrer]

Where did you but this tool? I have the same fitting in my vehicle and cannot remove the push lock fitting unless the line is physically cut. What is the name of this tool and where did you get it? Thanks

[@TheTferrer]

Just founded and bought it - Thank you! Now on the way to fix the hose problem.

[@CarlosReyes-yl8bw]

Can you tell me what they are called? And where you got them at? Thank you

[@ldtexas1648]

Thank you. Needed that.

[@4DIYers]

Glad to help out!

[@Romulan112]

I don't have that tool that you are using. I do however have the gearwrench 41500/ WILL any of those parts in that kit do? none look to me like the one you are using.

[@roberthillyer2888]

Three hours and got one off. I will go to Harbor Freight and get set before I take the other one off. Thank very interesting

[@4DIYers]

Glad I could help!

[@rayzelito]

My line like that keeps popping off. What can I do? It doesn't have those metal clippings inside. 06 sierra

[@4DIYers]

The line isn't clipped in or the clips are damaged.

[@cosprint]

very helpfull thanks. solved my problem.

[@jameswhite1319]

Do one on replacement of o rings

[@DavidBoleen]

What do you do when it's stuck?

[@4DIYers]

Try rotating it and pushing it further on. Most likely the o-ring is stuck.

[@c.p.frazier9939]

do you happen to have the Viton oring size for this style fitting... my orings are bad and I cannot find one..thanks in advance for your input

[@4DIYers]

+C.P. Frazier Unfortunately I do no. Do you have the old o-ring??? Or you maybe able to take the fuel line fitting in, even measure the outside diameter of the line it fits over with a vernier and talk to a hydraulics supplier. That's normally where I purchased all my o-rings from. They have a tapered gauge to measure the o-rings as well.

[@glenglene8473]

I bought the same set, but won't work for my Pontiac Vibe.

[@rocquettelove211]

Where can you find these!.. I've checked pep boy's, auto zone,oreileys.. nothing!lol

[@4DIYers]

Rocquette Love Here's a link from Auto Zone www.autozone.com/test-scan-and-specialty-tools/line-disconnect-tool/lisle-a-c-fuel-line-tool-set/222520_0_0/

[@rocquettelove211]

4DIYers....Thank you

[@efrensilva8332]

could you tell me please the part number of the tool and where to buy it? i need tha 3/8" size..i bent the tube because i did not a tool existed for remove...thanks in advance

[@4DIYers]

It's just a generic tool, try an auto parts supplier or an online source. Look for a fuel line disconnect tool, there are different styles available but they all do the same thing.

[@efrensilva8332]

4DIYers thanks again...i own you one

[@peterschulhof7840]

Very helpful and to the point

[@4DIYers]

Thank you :)

[@th3frogman]

Thanks dawg! You're a big help.

[@gabrielgrajeda2896]

Where exactly is the oring at?

[@denniskirkey612]

How do you release pressure in fuel line?

[@4DIYers]

Either pull the fuse or fuel pump relay, then try to start the engine. That should bleed off most of the fuel pressure.

[@stanleysands7434]

I sprayed wd-40 on my connections will this affect the o‐ring

[@4DIYers]

Nope, it should be fine. I believe they're a viton material, so they're chemical resistant.

[@stanleysands7434]

@@4DIYers thanks man really appreciate it. can you send me in the right direction as to a part # 2007.5 6.6 Duramax single cab. Only seeing ex/ crew cabs . Local auto parts are not 100% dealers a tad over $600.00 with cooler

[@NewYorker79924]

Man wish I knew, I just cut the 3/8 transmission line which had this style fitting on this '94 Jeep. Was then able to remove radiator . . did you order this online? What name?

[@4DIYers]

Mike S If you cut the lines, sometimes you can go to a hydraulic supplier and have them install new ones. If you do purchase new ones, you will need a special tool to crimp them on the existing lines. Or you may just have to buy new lines. They are a push lock style fitting.

[@davidbarthel9976]

The connections at the fuel pump are very difficult.