Ford Escape: Fuel Tank and Lines / Removal and Installation - Fuel Tank Filler Pipe
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation steps.
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Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety
Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
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Disconnect the battery.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
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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 retainers and screws.
Torque:
18 lb.in (2 Nm)
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Remove the retainers.
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Detach the quick connectors.
Refer to: Quick Release Coupling (310-00B Fuel System - General
Information - 2.0L EcoBoost (177kW/240PS) – MI4, General Procedures).
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Loosen the hose clamp.
Torque:
35 lb.in (4 Nm)
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Detach the clips and position the drain hose aside.
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Remove the bolts.
Torque:
89 lb.in (10 Nm)
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Remove the fuel tank filler pipe from the vehicle.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Powertrain Jack
Removal
WARNING:
Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or have an open flame of
any type when working on or near any fuel-related component...
Other information:
WARNING:
Service of the high voltage system on this vehicle is
restricted to qualified personnel. The required qualifications vary by
region. Always observe local laws and legislative directives regarding
electric vehicle service. Failure to follow this instruction may result
in serious personal injury or death.
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of high-voltage shock, alway..
Updating the System Using a USB Drive
Downloading an Update
Go to the SYNC update page on the
local Ford website.
Download the update.Note: The website notifies you if an update
is available.
Insert a USB drive into your computer.Note: The USB drive needs to
be empty and
meet the minimum requirements detailed
on the website.
Follow the instructions provided to
download the update to the..