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Fuel Tank Draining

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools
G03446759Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
WARNING: Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel- related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and can be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.
  1. If equipped, turn the air suspension switch off.
  2. Release the fuel system pressure. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE  .
  3. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to GENERATORS & REGULATORS .
  4. CAUTION: The fuel filter is located near the left side frame rail on the fuel tank. Correct placement of the vehicle hoisting equipment is necessary to prevent damaging any fuel system components.
  5. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  6. Disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe from the fuel tank.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Fuel Tank Filler Pipe From Fuel Tank
    G03446760Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. NOTE: Follow the operating instructions of the equipment manufacturer.
    Fig 3: Siphoning Fuel From Fuel Tank Opening Into Suitable Container
    G03446761Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Using the special tool, siphon the fuel from the fuel tank opening into a suitable container.