Escape 2WD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2010)
7. NOTE: For initial draining on vehicles with a full tank of fuel, it is required to remove the fuel through the fuel tank filler pipe recirculation tube
port on the FP module.
Connect the Fuel Storage Tanker hose to the fuel tank filler pipe recirculation tube port on the FP module and remove approximately one-fourth of
the fuel from a completely full tank (approximately 4 gallons), lowering the fuel level below the FP module mounting flange.
8. NOTICE: Carefully install the Fuel Tank Sender Unit Wrench to avoid damaging the Fuel Pump (FP) module when removing the lock
ring.
NOTE: When installing the FP module, install a new O-ring seal.
Install the Fuel Tank Sender Unit Wrench and remove the FP module lock ring.
9. NOTICE: The Fuel Pump (FP) module must be handled carefully to avoid damage to the float arm.
NOTE: Some residual fuel may remain in the FP module. Carefully drain into a suitable container.
Completely remove the FP module from the fuel tank.
10. NOTE: Inspect the surfaces of the FP module flange and fuel tank O-ring seal contact surfaces. Do not polish or adjust the O-ring seal contact
area of the fuel tank flange or the fuel tank. Install a new FP module or fuel tank if the O-ring seal contact area is bent, scratched or corroded.
NOTE: To install, apply clean engine oil to the O-ring seal.
Remove and discard the FP module O-ring seal.
11. NOTE: Make sure to install a new FP module O-ring seal.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Make sure the alignment tabs on the FP module and the fuel tank meet prior to tightening the FP module lock ring.
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Tighten the FP lock ring until it meets the stop tabs on the fuel tank.
