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Fuel Tank Draining

WARNING: Before performing any fuel system related procedure, read and follow fuel system safety precautions. See FUEL SYSTEM SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
NOTE: Special tools required: Fuel Storage Tanker (164-R3202) or equivalent and Fuel Tank Drain Hose (310-F013; includes guide tube). See Fig 1 and Fig 2 .
  1. Disconnect battery.
  2. Remove fuel tank filler cap. Insert the guide tube of the Fuel Tank Drain Hose (310-F013) into the filler neck. See Fig 3.
  3. Insert the chamfered end of the fuel tank drain hose into the filler neck through the guide tube. See Fig 4. Insert the fuel tank drain hose until the stop contacts the guide tube. If the stop does not contact the guide tube, remove the fuel tank drain hose and repeat the procedure.
  4. Attach the fuel storage tanker to the fuel tank drain hose and remove the fuel.
  5. Remove the fuel tank drain hose and guide tube.
Fig 1: Hand Pump Fuel Storage Tank (164-R3202)
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Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Tank Drain Hose (310-F013)
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Fig 3: Installing Fuel Tank Drain Hose Guide Tube
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Fig 4: Installing Fuel Tank Drain Hose Through Guide Tube
G00290013Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.