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Fuel Tank: Installation

  1. Install the fuel tank hose and the clamp. Tighten the clamp.

    Torque: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)

    GFD345516Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. With the help of an assistance, install the fuel tank.
    GFD345515Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Install and connect the fuel lines. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
    GFD345514Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Connect the fuel pump electrical connector.
    GFD345513Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Install the fuel pump relays.
    GFD345512Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Position back the wire harness and install the nuts and bolts.

      Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    • Connect the fuel pump electrical connectors.

    GFD345511Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Connect the fuel level sender electrical connector.
    GFD345510Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. NOTE: Apply locktite to the bolts before installation.

    Install the engine bulkhead panel and the bolts.

    Material: Motorcraft® Thread lock and Sealer / TA-25-B

    GFD345063Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  8. NOTE: Apply locktite to the bolts before installation.

    Install the RH access panel and the bolts.

    Material: Motorcraft® Thread lock and Sealer / TA-25-B

    Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    GFD345061Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • NOTE: Apply locktite to the bolts before installation.

      Position back the bracket and install the lower bolts.

      Material: Motorcraft® Thread lock and Sealer / TA-25-B

      Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    • Tighten the upper bolt.

      Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

    GFD345060Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  9. NOTE: Apply locktite to the bolts before installation.

    Install the LH access panel and the bolts.

    Material: Motorcraft® Thread lock and Sealer / TA-25-B

    Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    GFD345059Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • NOTE: Apply locktite to the bolts before installation.

      Position back the bracket and install the lower bolts.

      Material: Motorcraft® Thread lock and Sealer / TA-25-B

      Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    • Tighten the upper bolt.

      Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

    GFD345058Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • NOTE: Apply locktite to the bolts before installation.

      Install the fuel tank filler pipe and bolts.

      Material: Motorcraft® Thread lock and Sealer / TA-25-B

      Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    • Tighten the clamp.

      Torque: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)

    GFD345057Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  10. Install the rear frame structure and powertrain. Refer to: Rear Frame Structure and Powertrain .