Fuel line removal
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Post Fiend
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From: Topsfield, MA
Fuel line removal
Ok so I need to take the two fuel lines off the rear of my engine (taking the engine out).
They have two (1 big/1 small) couplers behind the motor, one to the fuel rail and one to the FPR that need to be disconnected. I know you need a special tool to remove the lines, is that tool only available from ford (I ahve the # for it) or can I use a tool from another store?
Any tips or special techniques in helping me remove these lines once the pressure is bled?
They have two (1 big/1 small) couplers behind the motor, one to the fuel rail and one to the FPR that need to be disconnected. I know you need a special tool to remove the lines, is that tool only available from ford (I ahve the # for it) or can I use a tool from another store?
Any tips or special techniques in helping me remove these lines once the pressure is bled?
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From: Mountain Top, Pa
You don't need to buy the tool from Ford.....any parts store will have it. Too bad you aren't closer to me....I'd let you borrow mine 
It's been a few years since I had to mess w/ those lines. The set I have is called a spring lock coupler release tool. I think there are 5 different sizes in the set I have...Red,Blue,Black,White and Yellow.
Can I make a suggestion???
Replace the FPR while you have easy access to it. It's a real PITA to do in the truck.
It's been a few years since I had to mess w/ those lines. The set I have is called a spring lock coupler release tool. I think there are 5 different sizes in the set I have...Red,Blue,Black,White and Yellow.
Can I make a suggestion???
Replace the FPR while you have easy access to it. It's a real PITA to do in the truck.
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From: Calhoun GA
Spray a generous amount of WD-40 or other penetrating lubricant on the fuel fittings and let it sit for an hour or so. I sprayed mine and let it sit over night. The next day I pulled them apart with the plastic separator with very little effort.
I also pulled the fuel line off of the fuel filter and drained the excess fuel out of the line and into a glass jar to help minimize the mess.
I also pulled the fuel line off of the fuel filter and drained the excess fuel out of the line and into a glass jar to help minimize the mess.
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Post Fiend
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The napa tool worked fine, 15 bucks, and I got the lines off in about 2 minutes. Very easy..thanks
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You could have just pulled the fuel rail off the injectors and tied them back out of the way. Your going to pull it off the motor anyway.
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I pulled my motor and tranny together and I pulled rails and tied them back and the compressor. I left the Alt and the air pump on also. You dont have to pull everything off just top ull the motor.
