1995 Explorer XLT Fuel Lines

[jexplorerxlt95]

I have a '95 Explorer XLT with a fuel leak in the nylon line that goes from the filter to the engine. My mechanic is telling me the nylon line to the metal tubing that goes behind the firewall is all one piece, although I have talked to Ford and they are saying I only need the nylon fuel line and that a repair kit will fix the problem, being that is is only about 8" worth of line right next to the filter. Which information is correct? Also, what are the dimensions for the fuel line? I can't seem to find the info anywhere and my manual is in the Explorer at the shop. Help!

 

[Torqueranger]

I have a '95 Explorer XLT with a fuel leak in the nylon line that goes from the filter to the engine. My mechanic is telling me the nylon line to the metal tubing that goes behind the firewall is all one piece, although I have talked to Ford and they are saying I only need the nylon fuel line and that a repair kit will fix the problem, being that is is only about 8" worth of line right next to the filter. Which information is correct? Also, what are the dimensions for the fuel line? I can't seem to find the info anywhere and my manual is in the Explorer at the shop. Help!

I have ran into this problem many times but please get pic's in order to better help you out ... I never heard of a repair kit but looked them up because of you and they are not cheap ...

 

[bill06447]

There is a repair kit available at your local parts store (NAPA carries them in my locale) You will need either a flare tool for the cut engine side line (preferred) or a compression fitting to connect the kit to the steel line. The kit for Ford fuel filters runs around $15. You don't need the full-bore universal kit.

Bill

 

[imp]

If repairing metal tubing to metal tubing, Fuel Injection Hose is acceptable to use, put 2 good worm gear clamps at each end.

Such hose MUST be marked "70R9", NOT 70R7, which is not rated for the pressure involved. Use of hose is not the best practice, but face it, manufacturers have used it at the tank for years. Do not use hose close to any exhaust component (heat). imp