Ford Explorer: Fuel System - General Information - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / General Procedures - Fuel Tank Draining
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
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292-00004 Fuel Tanker 100 GPM |
Draining
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WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information.
Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal
injury.
Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
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Disconnect the battery ground cable.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
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NOTICE:
Only use the specified general equipment.
NOTE:
Be prepared to collect escaping fulid
Loosen the clamp and disconnect the hose. Position the hose aside.
Torque:
28 lb.in (3.2 Nm)
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NOTICE:
Use suitable paper to absorb any escaping fluid.
NOTE:
Some residual fuel may remain in the fuel tank filler pipe. Carefully drain into a suitable container.
Insert the hose from the fuel storage tanker and siphon the fuel through the hose.
Use Special Service Tool: 292-00004
Fuel Tanker 100 GPM.
Pressure release
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...
Disconnect
NOTICE:
When reusing liquid or vapor tube connections, make sure to
use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector
retaining clip area before separating from the..
Other information:
Removal
NOTICE:
Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise
tolerances and fine clearances. To prevent fuel system damage, it is
essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these
components.
NOTICE:
Do not loosen any fittings or plugs on the high-pressure fuel pump...
Removal
NOTICE:
Under no circumstances should the accessory drive belt,
tensioner or pulleys be lubricated as potential damage to the belt
material and tensioner damping mechanism will occur. Do not apply any
fluids or belt dressing to the accessory drive belt or pulleys...
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