CAUTION: Remove the fuel pump (9350)
prior to steaming the fuel tank
. Care should be exercised not to deform the plastic
reservoir inside the fuel tank
with excessively hot steam or direct contact with
plastic surface.
Section 10-01: Fuel Tank, Filter and Electric Fuel Pump | 1994 Mustang Workshop Manual |
Fuel tanks (9002) do not require special service procedures and may be steam-cleaned and/or serviced using standard procedures. After steaming, allow to thoroughly air dry. The vapor separator assembly should be replaced. Replace fuel tank strap bolts.
CAUTION: Remove the fuel pump (9350)
prior to steaming the fuel tank
. Care should be exercised not to deform the plastic
reservoir inside the fuel tank
with excessively hot steam or direct contact with
plastic surface.
An electric fuel pump is located in the fuel tank . The fuel pump is attached to the fuel tank in the same manner as the fuel tank sending unit (9275) . The fuel tank must be removed to service the fuel pump . Care should be taken during installation due to the hose and wire routing on the fuel tank . Ensure all hoses and wires are routed properly. Check the fuel line connections for leaks.
WARNING: FUEL SUPPLY LINES ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FUEL INJECTED ENGINES WILL
REMAIN PRESSURIZED FOR LONG PERIODS OF
TIME AFTER ENGINE SHUTDOWN. THE PRESSURE MUST BE RELIEVED BEFORE SERVICING THE
FUEL SYSTEM. REFER TO FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELIEF.