Ford Ecosport: Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Fuel Filler Door Assembly
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
| Flat Headed Screw Driver |
| Knife |
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
The fuel filler door assembly is damaged during the removal
process and requires a new fuel filler door assembly installed.
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Remove the fuel filler door.
Refer to: Fuel Filler Door (501-03 Body Closures, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the fuel tank filler pipe.
Refer to: Fuel Tank Filler Pipe (310-01C Fuel Tank and Lines - 2.0L Duratec-HE (129kW/175PS), Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Fuel Tank Filler Pipe (310-01C Fuel Tank and Lines - 2.0L Duratec-HE (129kW/175PS), Removal and Installation).
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Using a knife, slice the holes in the indicated areas.
Use the General Equipment: Knife
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Insert the screwdriver and release the clips while pulling the fuel filler door housing away from the vehicle.
Use the General Equipment: Flat Headed Screw Driver
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NOTE:
Clearance is limited. When all four clips release, the fuel filler door housing can be rotated.
Rotate the fuel filler door housing.
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Remove the drain tube.
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Pull the fuel filler door housing away from the vehicle and remove.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Remove the hood...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Remove the rear door trim panel.
Refer to: Rear Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation)...
Stall Speed Test
WARNING:
Block all wheels, set the parking brake and firmly apply the
service brake to reduce the risk of vehicle movement during this
procedure. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
personal injury...