Ford F150 Pickup. Manual — part 1174

Fig. 25: Removing Fuel Tank Support Straps
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

14. Lower the fuel tank.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Fuel Tank And Lines - F150 Pickup

Fig. 26: Lowering Fuel Tank
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

SUPPORT STRAPS

Removal

1. Raise and support the vehicle.

2. Remove fuel tank skid plate.

1. Remove the bolts.

2. Lower the fuel tank skid plate.

WARNING:

Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when
working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable
mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible
injury.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Fuel Tank And Lines - F150 Pickup

Fig. 27: Lowering Fuel Tank Skid Plate
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

3. Position a Hi-Lift Jack under the fuel tank (9002).

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Fuel Tank And Lines - F150 Pickup

Fig. 28: Positioning Hi-Lift Jack Under Fuel Tank
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

4. Remove the fuel tank support straps.

1. Remove the bolts.

2. Remove the fuel tank support straps (9092).

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Fuel Tank And Lines - F150 Pickup