E 350 Van V8-7.3L DSL Turbo VIN F (1995)
Fuel Filler Hose: Service and Repair
With Midship Tank
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect battery ground cables and siphon the fuel from the tank using Rotunda Fuel Storage Tanker 034-00002 or equivalent.
2. Remove the three retainer screws that attach the filler pipe flange to the body fuel filler pipe housing.
3. Loosen the clamps that attach the filler pipe to the fuel filler hose and the fuel vent hose. Disconnect the hoses.
4. Remove hex bolt to frame to disconnect fuel fill tube ground strap.
5. Loosen the clamp that attaches the filler pipe to the support bracket at the underbody flange (if present).
6. Remove the fuel filler pipe assembly by rotating it through the opening in the underbody below the body housing assembly.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the fuel filler pipe assembly by inserting it through the underbody opening and rotating it to butt the pipe flange against the body side panel
bracket.
2. Attach the pipe flange to the body side panel bracket with three retaining screws. Tighten screws to 2-3 Nm (18-27 in lb).
3. Tighten the clamps that attach the filler pipe to the fuel tube support bracket at the underbody flange to 3-4 Nm (27-35 in lb) (if present).
4. Connect the fuel filler hose and the fuel vent hose to the fuel filler assembly. Tighten the attaching clamps to 3-4 Nm (27-35 in lb).
5. Fill the tank, install fuel tank filler cap, and check all connections for leaks.
