Fuel and Vapor Return Tubes, Plastic

 CAUTION: Ford-approved nylon fuel tubing is made from material which has been tested and proven to be acceptable for use with commercially available fuels. It is also resistant to most environmental conditions. Avoid using alternate tubing materials. Use of non-approved tubing could pose a hazard in service.

 CAUTION: Plastic fuel tube must not be repaired using hose and hose clamps. Push connect fittings cannot be repaired except to replace the retaining clips. Should the plastic tubes, push connect fittings or mating tube ends become damaged and leak, approved service parts must be used to service the fuel tubes.

 CAUTION: The fuel tubes can be damaged by torches, welding sparks, grinding and other operations which involve heat and high temperatures. If any repair or service operation will be used which involves heat and high temperatures, locate all fuel system components, especially the plastic fuel tubes to be certain they will not be damaged. It is recommended that the plastic fuel tubes be removed from the vehicle if a torch or high heat producing equipment is to be used for service in the following areas:

• Exhaust or suspension components in proximity to fuel tubes.
• Underbody frames, rails and crossmembers (left side).
• Dash panel, under vehicle or inside the passenger compartment (lower left side).