Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not carry personal electronic devices such as cell phones, pagers or audio equipment of any type when working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Remove the fuel tank filler cap and position it aside.
- Insert the special tool into the fuel tank filler pipe unit it reaches the fuel tank spout.
- Attach the fuel storage tanker to the fuel drain hose and remove any residual fuel in the fuel tank filler pipe.
- Remove the 3 fuel tank filler pipe mounting screws.
- To install, tighten to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).
- Remove the right rear inner fender well splash shield.
- Remove the fuel tank filler pipe mounting bolt.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
- Disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe from the fuel tank filler pipe hose and remove from the fuel tank.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE:
This step will drain approximately l/8th of the fuel when the fuel tank is full.
CAUTION:
Some fuel will remain in the fuel tank filler pipe after draining the fuel tank. Carefully drain the fuel tank filler pipe into an approved container.
NOTE:
Lubricate the fuel tank filler pipe end with clean engine oil.