Fuel Tank: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Ford SSV Plug-in Hybrid, 2019 Ford Police Responder Hybrid, and 2019 Ford Fusion. 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.
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WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this service information, refer to Safety Warnings in GENERAL INFORMATION (HYBRID/ENERGI) . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions .
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- Drain the fuel tank. Refer to: Fuel Tank Draining .
- Remove the retainers and the splash shield.
- Remove the retainers and the air deflector.
- Remove the retainers and the heat shield.
- Remove the exhaust. Refer to: Muffler and Tailpipe .
- Remove the screws, pushpin and the air deflector.
Torque: 13 lb.in (1.5 Nm)
- Remove the screw, nut and the aero shield.
Torque: 13 lb.in (1.5 Nm)
- Disconnect the electrical connector and position the harness aside.
- Remove the retainers and the deflector.
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- Loosen the clamp and disconnect the hose from the fuel filler pipe.
Torque: 35 lb.in (4 Nm)
- Disconnect the Fuel Feed Line and Vapor Tube. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling . Refer to: Spring Lock Couplings .
- Remove the fuel tank strap bolts and detach the holding clip. Use the General Equipment: Powertrain Jack
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
- Loosen the clamp and disconnect the hose from the fuel filler pipe.
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- Lower the fuel tank far enough to disconnect the electrical connector and vapor lines. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
- Remove the fuel tank.