OEM 2005 Ford Explorer Fuel Filler Hose

2005 Ford Explorer Fuel Filler Hose Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How Can You Safely Service and Properly Install a Fuel Filler Hose on 2005 Ford Explorer?

  A: Servicing the fuel tank filler pipe requires you to use caution because of its highly flammable mixtures so keep fuel-related components away from open flames and smoking areas. Fuel tank liquid and vapor outlets must receive protection through caps or tape installations until the equipment is ready for final installation. Start by putting the vehicle into NEUTRAL position on a hoist before unfastening the battery ground cable. Start by removing the fuel tank filler cap while you use a wrench to remove and then reinstall its three retaining bolts with proper torque of 2 Nm (18 lb-in). Professional care should be applied to extract the vapor tube from the fuel filler pipe housing when accessing through the wheel well space of early build vehicles. Late build vehicles need users to push down tabs located on the fuel vapor vent tube which operates inside the fuel filler door pocket to remove the tube from the inner fenderwell. Proceed by disconnecting the fuel pressure sensor fitting of the fuel filler pipe vapor tube along with the rear axle vent hose and dust separator hose. To install the assembly properly tighten the two mounting bolts to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft) while following the same order of steps for removal. Begin by loosening and disconnecting the hose from the fuel filler pipe's clamp then removing the bolts and finally tightening the fuel filler pipe's clamp during reinstallation. Following the removal steps you should reverse the process to achieve successful installation.