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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2010MOUNTAINEER 2WD V6-4.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSFUEL TANK PRESSURE SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2010 Mercury Mountaineer 2WD V6-4.0L
Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor: Service and Repair
2010 Mercury Mountaineer 2WD V6-4.0LSECTION Service and Repair
Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor
Removal and Installation
WARNING: Always disconnect the battery ground cable at the battery when working on an evaporative emission (EVAP) system or fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or have an 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 serious personal injury.
1. Remove the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister. For additional information, refer to Evaporative Emission Canister Service and Repair.
2. Remove the fuel tank shield from the fuel tank.
3. Disconnect the Fuel Tank Pressure (FTP) sensor electrical connector.
4. Disconnect the 3 FTP sensor and vapor tube assembly quick connect couplings from the Fuel Pump (FP) module and the vapor vent valves. For additional information, refer to Fuel Delivery and Air Induction.
5. Remove the FTP sensor and vapor tube assembly.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Carry out the Evaporative Emission System Leak Test. For additional information, refer to Evaporative Emission System Leak Test Testing and Inspection.
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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.