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Removal and Installation

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WARNING: When handling fuel, always observe fuel handling precautions and be prepared in the event of fuel spillage. Spilled fuel may be ignited by hot vehicle components or other ignition sources. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
NOTE: Some residual fuel may remain in the fuel tubes after releasing the fuel system pressure. Upon disconnecting or removing any fuel tubes, carefully drain any residual fuel into a suitable container.
NOTE: On some aft-of-axle applications, it may be necessary to remove a bed mounting bracket(s) in order to remove the fuel tubes or vapor tubes.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Release the fuel system pressure. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL .
  3. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  4. Disconnect the fuel supply tube-to-fuel rail quick connect coupling. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL .
  5. Disconnect the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) vapor tube-to EVAP canister purge valve quick connect coupling. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL .
  6. Disconnect the rear fuel supply tube-to-front fuel supply tube quick connect coupling. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL .
  7. Disconnect the rear EVAP vapor tube-to-front EVAP vapor tube quick connect coupling. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL .
  8. Disconnect the fuel supply and EVAP vapor tube assembly retainer from the bracket on the side of the transmission.
    Fig 1: Locating Fuel Supply And EVAP Vapor Tube Assembly Retainer
    G06779413Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the 2 bolts, front fuel supply tube and EVAP vapor tube assembly from the rear of the engine and remove from the vehicle.
    • To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  10. Disconnect the fuel supply tube-to-Fuel Pump (FP) module quick connect coupling. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL .
  11. Disconnect the fuel vapor tube-to-fuel tank grade vent valve quick connect coupling. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL .
  12. Disconnect the fuel tank vapor tube-to-EVAP canister assembly quick connect couplings. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL .
  13. NOTE: Three-Channel anti-lock brake systems have 2 fittings (one front and one rear) and Four-Channel anti-lock brake systems have 4 fittings (two front and two rear). Plug each fitting to prevent brake fluid from spilling.

    Disconnect the 1 or 2 front brake tube fittings.

    • To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  14. NOTE: Three-Channel anti-lock brake systems have 2 fittings (one front and one rear) and Four-Channel anti-lock brake systems have 4 fittings (two front and two rear). Plug each fitting to prevent brake fluid from spilling.

    Disconnect the 1 or 2 rear brake tube fittings from the brake flexible hose.

    • To install, tighten to 18 Nm (159 lb-in).
  15. Remove the rear fuel supply tube and rear EVAP vapor tube assembly retainer nuts and remove the complete line set from the vehicle.
    • To install, tighten to 18 Nm (159 lb-in).
  16. To install, reverse the removal procedure.