Draining - Midship Fuel Tank

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SPECIAL TOOL(S)

Fig 1: Identifying Special Service Tool

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

WARNING: Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.

Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301).
Remove the rear vapor valve or the plug (diesel tank) from the fuel tank (9002).

Fig 2: Removing Rear Vapor Valve Or The Plug (Diesel Tank) From The Fuel Tank
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Insert the hose from the storage tank and remove the fuel.