Ranger fuel caps?
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Ranger fuel caps?
I'm sure this has been discussed but.... I have an 05 and noticed the little trap door inside the filler is missing. Anyone ever seen those things fall out without help of say maybe, a siphon hose? Is it possible for this model to get siphoned? Have you guys had any luck using locking caps also?
Thanks for any suggestions.
Thanks for any suggestions.
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From: Streamwood,IL
I didn't think they were putting the little "trap" door in the fuel filler anymore.. If you buy an aftermarket, make sure that it is the right one for your truck: vented or non-vented..If you put the wrong one on, your check engine light might come on, as your fuel system and EVAP system is monitored by the 'puter..
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I'd err on vented side to begin with. I think all American Rangers since ~87 should be vented unless I missed something. If you have the original cap, look it over & compare it with replacements. You should have what looks almost like a strainer in the end & other indication of vapor relief. It shouldn't do worse than trip a CEL if it's supposed to be unvented. Also turn it 3 clicks or more after fill-up. I would not want to try a non-vented unless it's well designed for one. THAT spooks me a bit due to common EVAP systems.
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Just checked my '06 and it don't got no flap. Bought a STANT locking gas cap and after a couple of months I was getting 'evap leak LARGE code' eery 2-3 days, put stock back on and haven't had a code since.
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I think every engine set-up is different- so you can't go by model year-you need engine size, and I think gas tank size might(???) play a factor as well....I would go to the dealer to find out what system(vented/non-vented) that you have, and then you can make an informed decision..
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From: central ohio
ive got a locking cap and had no issues, have one on the taurus too. with a full tank the gas might be worth more than the vehicle its in.
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I didn't know you could still pilpher gas, I've tried to get gas for my tractor from newer vehicles and I couldn't get a hose to go down in there.
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I've tried with a '86 Fiero to pull the gummed up crud for hours after I bought it. There is supposed to be a way with small aquarium vinyl hose hooked up to a hand pump, but VERY slow. Not fun. If a thief was desperate, he would be smarter to punch a hole directly in your tank for the siphon. I wouldn't worry about it. Maybe somebody could come up with a way to adapt a hose into a non-vented cap with a strong suction. Until then, forget it.
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ive sipioned fuel from both the taurus and ranger to fill the lawnmower. the tank has to be nearly full though. i use a 3/8 fuel line and boat primer bulb ment for a outboard. have to spray the 3/8 line with wd-40 to get it to slide in far enough. will work though.
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I saw on Motor week that Stant makes a replacement cap that you do not remove when filling like the new factory caps Ford is using.
Can you leave the engine running while filling without setting a code with the new quick fill caps?
Can you leave the engine running while filling without setting a code with the new quick fill caps?
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