Removal & Installation (Aft-Axle Assembly)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Econoline and 2002 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. Raise and support vehicle. Remove stone shield retaining nuts and stone shield. Disconnect electrical connectors from fuel tank solenoid valves. Disconnect the high-pressure fuel line from the forward fuel tank solenoid valve. Install powertrain lift with tilting plate. Secure fuel tank assembly with a nylon tie-down strap. Remove front fuel tank assembly retaining nuts. Remove rear fuel tank assembly retaining bolts. Carefully lower and remove aft-axle fuel tank assembly from the vehicle. Remove fuel tank(s) from assembly as necessary.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Align the identification marks on the fuel tank support straps and tanks. Lubricate NEW "O" rings with 5W-30 engine oil. After installation is complete, natural gas fuel lines must be leak tested. Perform COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS LEAK TEST under FUEL SYSTEMS in SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING - EEC-V - NGV article.