Ford Escape: Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Fuel Filler Door
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
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Open the fuel filler door.
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Release the retaining tab and slide the fuel filler door from the fuel filler door hinge.
Use the General Equipment: Flat Headed Screw Driver
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Open the door...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat Headed Screw Driver
Knife
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Other information:
WARNING: Do not place objects
or mount equipment on or near the
airbag cover, on the side of the front or
rear seatbacks, or in areas that may
come into contact with a deploying
airbag. Failure to follow these
instructions may increase the risk of
personal injury in the event of a crash...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the LH rear seat cushion.
Refer to: Rear Seat Cushion Cover (501-10B Rear Seats, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the rear center seatbelt buckle electrical connector...