Taurus V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHO (1992)
Fuel Gauge Sender: Service and Repair
Removal
WARNING: Fuel supply lines will remain pressurized for long periods of time after engine shutdown.This pressure must be relieved
before servicing the fuel system.
1. Place vehicle on hoist. Do not raise.
2. Depressurize fuel system. A valve is provided on the fuel rail assembly for this purpose. Attach Fuel Pressure Gauge T8OL-9974-B or equivalent
to fuel diagnostic valve on fuel rail assembly. Pressure in fuel system may now be released.
3. Remove fuel from fuel tank using Rotunda Gasoline Tanker 034-00002 and Adapter Hose 034-00011 or equivalent.
4. Raise vehicle on hoist.
5. Remove fuel filler tube. Remove fuel tank band fasteners nearest front of vehicle. Carefully lower front of fuel tank and disconnect fuel and vent
lines and electrical connector. Remove fuel tank to bench.
6. Remove dirt that has accumulated around sending unit so dirt will not enter tank.
7. Turn locking ring counterclockwise using Fuel Tank Sender Wrench T86T-9275-A or equivalent. Remove locking ring, pump and sending unit
assembly.
