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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1990RANGER 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSFILLPIPE RESTRICTORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1990 Ford Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHC
Fillpipe Restrictor: Service and Repair
1990 Ford Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHCSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Loosen screw attaching fuel filler hose to tank.
2. Remove fuel cap from fuel filler pipe assembly.
3. Remove three screws attaching tether (non-locking caps only) and filler pipe assembly.
4. Detach fuel filler system from tank spud and remove through frame rail/body side void.
Fuel Filler System:
INSTALLATION
1. Attach fuel filler system to tank spud.
2. Replace three screws attaching tether (nonlocking caps only) and the filler pipe to body housing. Tighten screws. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS.
3. Attach fuel cap to fuel filler pipe assembly.
4. Tighten screw clamp attaching fuel filler hose. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.