Thursday, October 17, 2013

How to Replace the Fuel Line in a 2005 Ford Thunderbird

The Ford Thunderbird was introduced in 1955 and, over the ensuing years, this popular car went through eleven generations. The 2005 Thunderbird is a two-seat convertible powered by a V-8 engine with an output of 280 horsepower and 286 foot-pounds of torque. The engine is paired with a five-speed automatic transmission. The fuel lines on this car are prone to develop leaks if the lines rub against any metal parts under the car. Once that happens, the fuel lines need to be replaced.

Instructions

    1

    Make sure the Thunderbird is in neutral and lift it on a hoist. Release the fuel system pressure by opening the gas cap. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery using a wrench. Remove the left front wheel using the torque wrench and then remove the splash shield using a flat-head screwdriver.

    2

    Disconnect the fuel hose safety clip and spring lock coupling using a flat-head screwdriver. Disconnect the two vapor tubes and then the quick-release fittings from the evaporative canister purge valve. Remove the fuel-tube mounting bolt using the correct size socket. When re-installing this bolt, torque to 71 inch-pounds.

    3

    Disconnect the fuel-tube quick release fittings from both sides of the fuel filter. Remove the fuel filter bracket mounting bolt using a socket. Remove the fuel filter bracket and fuel filter by simply turning it counterclockwise. When reassembling, tighten to 62 inch-pounds with the appropriate socket. Remove the fuel tube shield mounting bolt with the torque wrench. When re-installing, tighten to 44 inch-pounds. Remove the three fuel tubes, the shield mounting fasteners and the fuel tube shield with a flathead screwdriver. When reassembling, tighten to 44 inch-pounds.

    4

    Disconnect the fuel tube quick release fitting from the fuel tank supply tube. Disconnect the vapor tube quick release fitting from the fuel vapor control tube assembly valve. Remove the four fuel tubes, the mounting bolts and the fuel tube assembly with the socket. When reassembling, tighten these bolts to 62 inch-pounds using the socket. Fit in the new fuel tubes. To reassemble, follow the above steps in reverse.


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