Ford Fusion: Fuel Tank and Lines - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4 / Fuel Lines. Removal and Installation

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual / Powertrain / Fuel System - General Information / Fuel Tank and Lines - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4 / Fuel Lines. Removal and Installation

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).

Remove the Fuel Tank.
Refer to: Fuel Tank (310-01A Fuel Tank and Lines - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, Removal and Installation).

- Disconnect the brake lines.
  Torque: 133 lb.in (15 Nm)
- Disconnect the electrical connector and fuel line retainer.

Ford Fusion. Fuel Lines. Removal and Installation

1. Remove the nuts.
  Torque: 33 lb.ft (45 Nm)
1. Remove the bolts.
  Torque: 44 lb.ft (60 Nm)
1. NOTE: Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.
  Remove the bolt and the cross member.
  Torque:
  Stage 1: 76 lb.ft (103 Nm)
  Stage 2: 270°

Disconnect the brake lines.
Torque: 133 lb.in (15 Nm)

Remove the engine cover.

Remove the Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe.
Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe (303-12A Intake Air Distribution and Filtering - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, Removal and Installation).

NOTE: Some residual fuel may remain in the fuel tubes after releasing the fuel system pressure. When disconnecting or removing any fuel tubes, carefully drain any residual fuel into a suitable container.
Disconnect the quick release couplings.
Refer to: Quick Release Coupling (310-00A Fuel System - General Information - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, General Procedures).

1. Disconnect the fuel line retainer.
1. Disconnect and discard the fuel line retainers attaching to underbody. Remove the fuel lines from the vehicle.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Bleed the brake system.
Refer to: Brake System Pressure Bleeding (206-00 Brake System - General Information, General Procedures).

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The power door lock control is on the driver and front passenger door panels.

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Unlock. Lock.