Fuel Tank - Vehicles With: Midship Fuel Tank: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford F-550 Super Duty and 2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
- 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 .
- Drain the fuel tank. Refer to: Fuel Tank Draining .
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Loosen the hose clamps and disconnect the fuel tank filler hose and vent hose from the fuel tank filler pipe.
Torque: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)
- Disconnect the 2 fuel line quick release couplings. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling
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NOTE: Typical application shown.
Disconnect the EVAP canister quick release couplings. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
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Using a suitable lifting and lowering tool, support the fuel tank. Remove the fuel tank strap bolts and partially lower the fuel tank for access.
Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)
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NOTE: Typical application shown.
Disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the fuel tank.