Removal & Installation (Econoline & F-Series)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2000 Ford Pickup, 2000 Ford Econoline, and 2000 Ford Contour. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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Release fuel pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM VENTING . If removing fuel tank for replacement of lines or support straps, turn manual lockdown valve jackscrew inward on fuel tank solenoid valve. See Figure. Fuel tank assembly may be referred to as midship fuel tank assembly.
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Raise and support vehicle. Remove stone shield retaining nuts. Remove stone shield. Place matching marks on fuel tank support straps and tank. Disconnect electrical connectors and high-pressure fuel line from fuel tank shutoff solenoid valve. If fuel tank is to be replaced, remove fuel tank shutoff solenoid valve. See FUEL TANK SHUTOFF SOLENOID VALVE .
- Install Powertrain Lift and Tilting Plate (014-00765) assembly under tank. Secure fuel tank assembly with a nylon tie-down. Remove front fuel tank support strap nut. Remove front fuel tank support strap. Remove rear fuel tank support strap nut. Remove rear fuel tank support strap. Carefully lower fuel tank.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Lubricate NEW "O" ring with 5W-30 engine oil.