How to remove an Earl's OE Fuel Line EFI Quick Connect?

[RussMcB]

I have one of these installed on a Suzuki fuel pump (output line) and would like to use it somewhere else, but I haven't been able to figure out how to remove it.

I have the little tethered key/retainer thingy, but not sure if that is what I need to release it off of the metal tube,and how.



Here's a description of the product:

Earl's Quick Connect Adapter fittings are a slick easy way to use AN plumbing with late model OE fuel rails & fuel lines. Each quick connect uses two reusable metal retainers that won't break or melt. The secondary retaining clip is attached to the fitting on a tether chain.
Features:

• One hand “click” connection to OE line
• Metal internal and external retainer provides a reliable & reusable fuel connection that cannot snap loose or melt like some plastic retainers
• O-ring material developed specifically for the same application on factory vehicles to tolerate today’s fuel additives and E85
• Tether chain keeps secondary retainer clip attached to the adapter so it is always handy (installed retainer can also be safety wired to adapter for additional safety)
• Fits Most Vehicles w/ 5/16" Fuel Rail - SAE Standard Connection

[openwheeler37]

You will need a fuel line disconnect tool:

https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/SER7...hoCYdYQAvD_BwE

That pieced tethered to the connector is a safety lock that used to help keep the line / connector from coming apart unintended.

[RussMcB]

Oh, geez. Thank you

Do you mean these colorful things I see every time I open this toolbox drawer?

[mikey]

Oh, geez. Thank you

Do you mean these colorful things I see every time I open this toolbox drawer?

ha ha yes Russ. Those

[RussMcB]

ha ha yes Russ. Those

Yep. The blue one worked like a charm.

I hate it when I publicly show my ignorance here, but it does save me time. :-)

[Garey Guzman]

...I hate it when I publicly show my ignorance here, but it does save me time. :-)

Actually, asking questions that (and others) have is a greater sign of intelligence in my book I'm sure others learned something from this.

The opposite is someone who has an answer for everything and would never admit to being wrong!