Removal and Installation

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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.

All fuel tanks

Remove the fuel tank. For additional information, refer to FUEL TANK in this article.
127L (33.5 gal) fuel tank
Remove the 3 nuts and the Fuel Pump (FP) module cover.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
  
  Fig 1: Locating Fuel Pump Module Cover Mounting Nuts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
All fuel tanks
Disconnect the Fuel Tank Pressure (FTP) sensor and vapor tube assembly-to-FP module quick connect coupling and the supply fuel tube-to-FP module quick connect coupling. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
Using the Fuel Tank Sender Unit Wrench, remove the FP lock ring.

Fig 2: Removing FP Lock Ring Using Suitable Tool
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: Carefully remove the Fuel Pump (FP) assembly to avoid damaging the fuel level sensor.
NOTE: If the FP does not clear the FP mounting flange on the fuel tank, the use of a screwdriver may be necessary.

Remove the FP module assembly and FP O-ring seal.
- If necessary, insert a screwdriver into the empty FP rod hole and slightly pull the screwdriver inboard until the base of the FP clears the FP mounting flange.
- Discard the FP O-ring seal.
  
  Fig 3: Removing FP Module Assembly And FP O-Ring Seal Using Suitable Tool
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.