Explorer Sport Trac 2WD V6-4.0L (2009)
Fuel Tank Mounting Straps: Service and Repair
Fuel Tank Support Straps
Removal and Installation
All vehicles
WARNING: Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or have 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. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. If equipped, remove the 4 bolts, the nut and the fuel tank skid plate.
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To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
Explorer/Mountaineer
3. Remove the driveshaft.
All vehicles
4. Using a suitable jack, support the fuel tank.
5. Remove the bolt and the fuel tank rear support strap.
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To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
6. Remove the nut and the fuel tank front support strap.
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To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
