Focus L4-2.0L (2009)
Fuel Filler Hose: Service and Repair
Fuel Tank Filler Pipe
Fuel Tank Filler Pipe
Removal and Installation
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.
WARNING: Do not carry personal electronic devices such as cell phones, pagers or audio equipment 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.
WARNING: Remove the fuel filler cap slowly. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a
hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: When handling fuel, always observe fuel handling precautions and be prepared in the event of fuel spillage. Spilled fuel may be
ignited by hot vehicle components or other ignition sources. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Always disconnect the battery ground cable at the battery when working on an evaporative emission (EVAP) system or
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. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
3. Carefully turn the fuel tank filler cap counterclockwise approximately one-fourth turn until the thread disengages and position aside.
4. Insert a suitable drain tube into the fuel tank filler pipe until it enters the fuel tank inlet, opening the safety valve.
5. Attach the Fuel Storage Tanker to the fuel drain tube and remove any residual fuel in the fuel tank filler pipe.
6. Remove the RH rear wheel and tire.
7. Remove the retainers and the RH rear splash shield.
8. NOTE: Index-mark the fuel tank filler pipe hose clamp for correct installation.
Release the clamp and remove the fuel tank filler pipe hose from the fuel tank.
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To install, tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).
9. Disconnect the fresh air hose from the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister.
