Fuel Level Sensor: 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.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation steps.

Remove the fuel tank. Refer to: Fuel Tank .
NOTE: To avoid introducing contamination into the fuel tank use compressed air to clean the Fuel Level Sensor connections, flange surfaces and the immediate surrounding area of any dirt or foreign material.

Disconnect the electrical connector.

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Using the lock ring tool, unlock and remove the Fuel Level Sensor lock ring. Use Special Service Tool: 310-123 Locking Ring, Fuel Tank.

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1. NOTE: The Fuel Level Sensor must be handled carefully to avoid damage to the float arm and filter.
  
  Carefully lift the Fuel Level Sensor out of the fuel tank enough to access the internal fuel tube-to-Fuel Level Sensor quick release coupling.
2. Disconnect the internal fuel tube-to-Fuel Level Sensor quick release coupling. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
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NOTE: The Fuel Level Sensor must be handled carefully to avoid damage to the float arm and filter.

NOTE: Inspect the mating surfaces of the Fuel Level Sensor flange and fuel tank O-ring seal contact surfaces. Wipe clean with a lint free towel. Install a new Fuel Level Sensor or fuel tank if the O-ring seal contact area is bent, scratched or corroded.

Completely remove the Fuel Level Sensor from the fuel tank, and remove and discard the Fuel Level Sensor ring.

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