OEM 2005 Lincoln Town Car Fuel Filler Hose

2005 Lincoln Town Car Fuel Filler Hose Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How should one service the Fuel Filler Hose safely and effectively on 2005 Lincoln Town Car?

  A: The need for safety at the fuel tank filler pipe requires avoidance of smoking and open flames as well as personal electronic devices because fuel components carry highly flammable mixtures. The prevention of fuel spray needs relief of fuel system pressure before disconnecting any components in the system. A driver should disable the air suspension switch inside the left luggage compartment before performing hoisting or towing a vehicle because this prevents unexpected air spring pressure or vacuum changes. Position the vehicle into neutral gear on the hoist then disconnect its grounding cable from the battery. In removing the four outer ring retaining bolts and four inner pocket retaining bolts from the fuel tank it is crucial to protect the retainer ring from damage. Remove the dogpoint screw and vapor recirculation tube quick connect coupling using the blunt end screw. Slowly remove the fuel tank filler pipe assembly from the fuel door opening by turning it counterclockwise for 1/2 turn without harming the grommet or check valve. The end of the fuel tank filler pipe requires petroleum jelly application before being inserted through the fuel door opening into the fuel tank and getting locked with a clockwise rotation of 1/2 turn. First insert the blunt end screw to hold the dogpoint screw in place then fasten the vapor recirculation hose quick connect coupling after which install the four inner pocket retaining bolts. The installation process ends by both attaching the cap strap at position 5 o'clock and adding all four outer ring retaining bolts.