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...
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Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Refrigerant Identification Equipment
Activation
NOTE:
Use Refrigerant Identification Equipment to identify
gas samples taken directly from the refrigeration system or storage
containers prior to recovering or charging the refrigerant system...
Removal
Remove the front halfshaft.
Refer to: Halfshaft (205-04 Front Drive Halfshafts, Removal and Installation).
Remove the engine mount LH.
Refer to: Engine Mount LH (303-01 Engine)
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Detach the front axle assembly vent hose...
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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