Ford Explorer: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Fuel Filler Door Latch
Removal
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Remove the fuel filler door assembly.
Refer to: Fuel Filler Door Assembly (501-03 Body Closures, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the fuel filler door latch.
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Release the fuel filler door latch retaining tabs.
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Remove the fuel filler door latch.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.
Remove the front door trim panel.
Refer to: Front Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal..
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Position aside the hood latch release cable junction block cover...
Other information:
Removal
WARNING:
Disconnect the 12 volt battery before servicing the direct
current to alternating current (DC-AC) inverter or alternating current
(AC) powerpoint to prevent the risk of high voltage shock. Failure to
follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Air Conditioning Service Unit
Electronic Leak Detector
Air Conditioning Adaptor Kit
Leak detection
Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Air Conditioning (A/C)
System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging procedure in Group 412...
Categories
When these locks are set, you cannot open the rear doors from the inside.

A child safety lock is on the rear edge of each rear door. You must set the child
safety lock separately on each door.
Left-Hand Side
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