Fuel Tank Evacuation: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Econoline and 2003 Ford E450 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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WARNING:
The fuel supply lines will remain pressurized after engine shutdown. When servicing fuel-related components, do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or any open flame of any type. Flammable gases may be present and ignite, resulting in possible personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not modify the system configuration or components, or install components with parts not specially designed for use with natural gas. Ford Motor Company has specially designed the materials, components and system configuration for the 5.4L natural gas vehicles, and each particular system is precisely calibrated for efficient operation. The use of different parts or materials can produce an untested configuration that could result in fire or personal injury, or cause engine damage.
WARNING:
Fuel line venting is required prior to fuel system component service.
WARNING:
Eye and ear protection are required to be worn during venting, or removal and installation, of fuel system components.
WARNING:
The status (stuck open, stuck closed, does not operate or good) of each fuel tank solenoid valve must be identified prior to venting the fuel tanks.
NOTE:
It is recommended that venting be performed with a vent stack. A typical vent stack installation is shown in DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
. This is a typical installation only. Any vent stack installation must be approved by local authorities.
NOTE:
Do not vent any fuel tank unless a new fuel tank or a new fuel tank solenoid valve is installed. Unnecessary venting of good tanks can cause damage to the fuel tank solenoid valve.
- The following procedures are required to be used when venting fuel from the fuel tanks in order to remove fuel tanks.