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Fuel System - General Information: Maintenance Ford Explorer IV

Fuel Tank Draining

Special Tools Illustration Tool Name Tool Number Fuel Tank Drain Hose 310-F013 30 Gallon Hand-Operated Fuel Tanker 034-00002 or equivalent

WARNINGDo not smoke or 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 may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNINGThis procedure involves fuel handling. Be prepared for fuel spillage at all times and always observe fuel handling precautions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to «JACKING AND LIFTING»(ref-270881) .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-270948) .
  3. Loosen the clamp and disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe. To install, tighten to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
  4. Using the special tool and the fuel tanker, siphon the fuel from the fuel tank.