摘要 |
<p>A connector assembly (10) for connecting a fuel rail (12) and an inlet tube (14) having an inlet tube end (16) and a raised annular flange (18) a predetermined distance from its end includes a connector body (20) and an annular clip (34). The connector body (20) is attached to the fuel rail (12) and includes an outwardly extending shoulder (28). The annular clip (34) has a periphery (36) with a generally U-shaped cross section including an inner leg (38) and outer leg (40). The inner leg (38) is inclined inwardly for engaging the inlet tube annular flange (18) and the outer leg (40) includes a resilient locking portion (42) biased inwardly for withdrawal restraining engagement with the connector body outwardly extending shoulder (28). The annular clip (34) is mountable on the inlet tube (14) beyond the raised annular flange (18). The inlet tube (14) is telescopingly received in the connector body and axially engaged as the locking portion of the annular clip (34) is urged into engagement with the connector body outwardly extending shoulder (28).</p> |