Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Fuel Pump Driver Module (FPDM): Installation
- Install the ground wire, then install and tighten the ground bolt and nut.
Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)
- Slide the fuel pump driver modules on to the bracket until they lock in place.
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- Install and tighten the left fuel pump driver module ground bolt and nut.
Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)
- Connect the fuel pump driver module electrical connectors.
- Install and tighten the left fuel pump driver module ground bolt and nut.
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- Apply thread lock to the bolts.
- Install the engine bulkhead panel and the bolts.
Material: Motorcraft® Thread lock and Sealer / TA-25-B
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- Install the bracket, attach the line the A/C compressor outlet line, then install and tighten the bolts.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
- Install and tighten the nut.
Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)
- Install the bracket, attach the line the A/C compressor outlet line, then install and tighten the bolts.
- Install the engine mounts. Refer to: Engine Mount LH . Refer to: Engine Mount RH .
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- Apply thread lock to the bolts.
- Install the RH access panel and the bolts.
Material: Motorcraft® Thread lock and Sealer / TA-25-B
Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)
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- Apply thread lock to the bolts.
- Position back the right bracket, then install and tighten install the lower bolts.
Material: Motorcraft® Thread lock and Sealer / TA-25-B
Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)
- Tighten the upper bolt.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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- Apply thread lock to the bolts.
- Install the LH access panel and the bolts.
Material: Motorcraft® Thread lock and Sealer / TA-25-B
Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)
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- Apply thread lock to the bolts.
- Position back the left bracket, then install and tighten the lower bolts.
Material: Motorcraft® Thread lock and Sealer / TA-25-B
Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)
- Tighten the upper bolt.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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- Apply thread lock to the bolts.
- Install the fuel tank filler pipe and bolts.
Material: Motorcraft® Thread lock and Sealer / TA-25-B
Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)
- Tighten the clamp.
Torque: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)
- Install the rear frame structure and powertrain. Refer to: Rear Frame Structure and Powertrain .
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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.