Town Car V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
Evaporative Fuel Vapor Return Hose: Service and Repair
CAUTION: Ford approved nylon fuel tubing is made from material which has been tested and proven to be acceptable for use with commercially
available fuels. It is also resistant to most environmental conditions. Avoid using alternate tubing materials. Use of non-approved tubing could pose a
hazard in service.
CAUTION: Nylon fuel tube must not be serviced using hose and hose clamps. Push connect fittings cannot be serviced, except to replace the retaining
clips. Should the plastic tubes, push connect fittings or steel tube ends become damaged and leak, approved service parts must be used to service the fuel
tubes to prevent possible fuel leakage.
REMOVAL and INSTALLATION
1. Perform fuel pressure release procedure.
2. Drain fuel from fuel tank.
3. Disconnect fuel supply and vapor tubes from engine.
4. Raise vehicle on hoist. Use proper vehicle lifting procedures.
5. Lower fuel tank and disconnect fuel supply and vapor tubes from fuel tank.
6. Remove nine screws retaining fuel supply and vapor tubes under frame.
7. Remove fuel supply and vapor tubes.
8. To install, reverse Removal procedure. Tighten retaining screws to 9-11 Nm (80-97 lb in).
