Fuel Tank Draining
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Special Tool(s)
| 100 Gallon Gasoline Hand Pump Storage Tanker034-00007 or equivalent |
WARNING:
Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or have an open flame 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.
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.
WARNING:
When handling fuel, always observe fuel handling precautions and be prepared in the event of fuel spillage. Spilled fuel may be ignited by hot vehicle components or other ignition sources. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Remove the fuel filler cap slowly. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to Jacking and Lifting .
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Release the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel System Pressure Release .
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Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to Battery, Mounting and Cables .
- 5.NOTE: The supplement refueling adapter is located in the luggage compartment. Install the supplemental refueling adapter into the Easy Fuel ™ (capless) fuel tank filler pipe. Push the drain tube to the bottom fuel tank.NOTE: Do not use a hose larger than 13 mm (0.5 in) diameter.NOTE: Follow the operating instructions of the equipment manufacturer.
Using the hose of the 100 Gallon Gasoline Hand Pump Storage Tanker, pump the fuel from the fuel tank opening into the 100 Gallon Gasoline Hand Pump Storage Tanker.