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Brake vacuum pump - unplug the connection?

808 views 3 replies 2 participants last post by  TG  
#1 ·
hey all. i have to replace some tubing and one of the tubes basically leads from the inlet manifold and branches to a few locations. one of which is the brake vacuum pump. anyone have any idea how to unplug this from the unit? their is a blueish/green tab (im a bit colorblind :p ) on the bottom of the connection. i pushed this in and pulled pretty hard but it would not budge. i didnt want to pull too hard and tempt fate of breaking off the nipple. :facepalm: any idea on what i need to do here? is it simple push the tab in and pull hard? :confused:
 
#2 ·
Yes I've had the hardest time to figure that one out until I knew how to do it.
It actually comes off super easy when you know what to do.
All is needed is the press the green tab inward to release the plug from its port.
Super easy but so frustrating at first. I don't know why they don't make those side ways so you can have easier access.
 
#3 ·
Thanks TG. maybe my sausage fingers couldnt push the tab in far enough. maybe i should try a small screwdriver?
 
#4 ·
Yeah, that's the problem, it's a very small feature that is completely upside down so very hard to reach and push.
It does need to be pushed quite far in so with any finger it is hard.
You can also try the tip of a flat wrench.