Ford Explorer: Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Fuel Filler Door Assembly
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat Headed Screw Driver |
Knife |
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
The fuel filler door assembly is damaged during the removal
process and requires a new fuel filler door assembly installed.
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Remove the fuel filler door.
Refer to: Fuel Filler Door (501-03 Body Closures, Removal and Installation).
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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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Remove the LHR wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the nuts.
Torque:
22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
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Remove the screws.
Torque:
13 lb.in (1.5 Nm)
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Remove the bolt.
Torque:
89 lb.in (10 Nm)
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Remove the LHR wheel liner.
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Loosen the clamp and disconnect the hose. Position the hose aside.
Torque:
28 lb.in (3.2 Nm)
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Remove the quick release couplings.
Refer to: Quick Release Coupling (310-00A Fuel System - General Information - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), General Procedures).
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NOTE:
Use new bolts.
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Remove and discard the bolts.
Torque:
80 lb.in (9 Nm)
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Position the fuel tank filler pipe and drain hose assembly aside.
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Using a knife, slice the holes in the indicated areas.
Use the General Equipment: Knife
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Insert the screwdriver and release the clips while pulling the fuel filler door housing away from the vehicle.
Use the General Equipment: Flat Headed Screw Driver
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Pull the fuel filler door housing away from the
vehicle to disconnect the electrical connector and drain hose.
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Position the fuel filler neck as needed to remove the fuel filler door assembly.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Open the fuel filler door.
Using a screwdriver, pry the retaining tab ba..
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the fuel filler door assembly.
Refer to: Fuel Filler Door Assembly (501-03 Body Closures, Removal..
Other information:
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
HS-CAN
2
LIN
3
Lower Active Grille Shutter Actuator
4
Upper Active Grille Shutter Actuator
5
ABS
6
SOBDMC
7
PCM
Network Message Chart
PCM Network Input Messages
Broadcast Message
Originating Module
Messa..
Overview
NOTICE:
Repairs of the fuel system are to be achieved only by
replacement of the failed component(s). Repair of a fuel system
component should not be attempted.
NOTICE:
If directed during assembly of fuel system components,
lubricate any seal(s) only with specified material...
Categories
You can use the power door lock control or the remote control to lock and unlock
your vehicle.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock control is on the driver and front passenger door panels.

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