replacing thermostat on 2000 135 optimax

[Sekay2]

I want to check/replace both thermostats on my 135 optimax but there is a hose in the way of one of the bolts on the starboard thermostat. It looks like it might be a fuel line. Can I remove that hose without getting into trouble?

[boats.net]

Yes, just be sure not to destroy and but back in place when complete.