Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Ford Pickup, 2010 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2010 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2010 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Remove the fuel filler cap slowly. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
All vehicles
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to
BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES
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Gasoline engines
- Loosen the hose clamp and disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe from the fuel tank.
- Disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe vent tube quick connect coupling. For additional information, refer to
FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL
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Diesel engine
- Loosen the 2 hose clamps and disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe and fuel tank filler pipe vent tube from the fuel tank.
All vehicles
- Remove the fuel tank filler cap.
- Remove the 3 fuel tank filler pipe retaining screws.
- Remove the fuel filler tank filler pipe assembly.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.