Fuel Lines: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation steps.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- Release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
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NOTE: Do not pull the engine appearance cover forward or sideways to remove. Failure to press straight upward on the underside of the cover at the attachment points may result in damage to the cover or engine components.
- Place your hand under the engine appearance cover at each grommet location and push straight up to release each grommet from the studs.
- After all of the grommets have been released from the studs, remove the appearance cover from the engine.
- Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe .
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NOTE: Some residual fuel may remain in the fuel lines after releasing the fuel system pressure. When disconnecting or removing any fuel lines, carefully drain any residual fuel into a suitable container.
Disconnect the fuel tube and vapor tube quick release couplings. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
- Release the fuel tube retainer, unclip the bracket and position the fuel tube and vapor tube aside.
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- Disconnect the middle-to-rear brake tube fittings and release the line from the retainer.
Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)
- Remove the Fuel Tank. Refer to: Fuel Tank .
- Disconnect the LHR brake line fitting and release the line from the retainer.
Torque: 159 lb.in (18 Nm)
- Disconnect the RHR brake line fitting and release the lines from the retainers.
Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)
- Release the brackets and remove the fuel line bundle.