OEM 2000 Ford Crown Victoria Fuel Tank Strap

2000 Ford Crown Victoria Fuel Tank Strap Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the Fuel Tank Straps on 2000 Ford Crown Victoria?

  A: The first procedure for servicing or repairing fuel tank straps requires pressure relief of the fuel system because the system maintains pressure after engine shutdown, which represents risks of personal injury and property damage. Safety goggles should be worn whenever you deal with fuel system components. Public and Safety straps form part of the fuel rack assembly, making new rack installation necessary when these straps become damaged. The service and repair process starts with taking off rear, upper, or lower fuel tank rack assemblies based on requirement. After removing the vapor vent box from the rear or upper fuel tank rack assemblies, it becomes necessary to proceed with fuel/vent line removal if required. The straps will become accessible when you remove their securing bolts, then angle the straps outward at their hinges to reach the fuel tanks. The location of reusable fuel tanks must be marked on support straps using a grease pencil for correct reinstallation alignment. The lower rack assembly requires removal of two bolts from the support straps before raising the support strap on its hinges to expose the fuel tanks. The fuel tank removal becomes possible by unscrewing solenoid valves. During installation, follow the reverse step of removal while adding new O-ring seals to disconnected fittings and using only yellow identification striped approved O-ring seals. The Fuel System Leak Test procedure must be conducted after finishing the installation.