Fuel filter (#5) is mounted behind a shield in front of the tank.
Part No: FG1083 (2C5Z9155BC)
Desc: Fuel Filter - Eng Filters & PCV
Manufacturer: MOTORCRAFT
07-08 FORD TRUCK EXPLORER SPORT TRAC V6-245 4.0L SOHC
07-08 FORD TRUCK EXPLORER SPORT TRAC V8-281 4.6L SOHC
04-05 FORD TRUCK EXPLR SPRT/SPRT TRAC V6-245 4.0L SOHC
All vehicles
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted
tobacco or 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 personal injury.
WARNING: Fuel in the fuel system
remains under high pressure even when the
engine is not running. Before servicing or
disconnecting any of the fuel lines or fuel system
components, the fuel system pressure must be
relieved to prevent accidental spraying of fuel
which can cause a fire hazard. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Fuel injection equipment is
manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine
clearances. It is therefore essential that absolute
cleanliness is observed when working with these
components. Always install blanking plugs to any
open orifices or tubes.
CAUTION: When reusing liquid or vapor
tube connectors, make sure to use compressed air
to remove any foreign material from the
connector retaining clip area before separating
from the tube.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Disconnect the battery ground cable.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Release the fuel system pressure.
3. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
4. Remove the nuts and the fuel filter shield.To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
5. Disconnect the fuel supply tubes quick connect couplings.
6. Remove the fuel filter.
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.