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Removal & Installation

WARNING: Do not smoke or carry an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.
  1. Release fuel pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  3. Lift LH rear seat cushion.
  4. Position the carpet aside.
    Fig 1: Positioning Carpet Aside
    G02740383Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the screws and the fuel pump module access cover.
    Fig 2: Removing Fuel Pump Module Screws
    G02740384Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Electrical Connectors
    G02740385Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Disconnect the fuel and vapor lines from the fuel tank. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
  8. WARNING: The fuel tank may be pressurized. Remove the fuel tank filler cap slowly. If a hissing sound is heard, wait until the condition stops before removing the fuel tank filler cap. If these precautions are not followed, fuel may spray and cause personal injury.
    Fig 4: Removing Gas Cap
    G02740386Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the gas cap.
  10. Using the special tool, remove the fuel pump module.
    Fig 5: Removing Fuel Pump Module
    G02740387Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. NOTE: Install a new fuel pump mounting gasket.
  12. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Start the engine and visually inspect for leaks.
    • Tighten fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .