gas tank installation

1998 MERCURY MYSTIQUE
15,000 MILES
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KENNEY1423
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i have a 1998 mercury mystique LS When i changed the fuel pump i took the gas tank down not knowing i could just replace the pump under the back seat, and now the fuel filler neck tube wont go in the gas tank all the way.

i i need help
Jan 11, 2012 at 3:51 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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and.........?
Replacement is the exact opposite of removal.
Jan 11, 2012 at 4:05 PM
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KENNEY1423
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what the fuel filler neck wont go all the way in the gas tank
Jan 11, 2012 at 4:06 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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There should be a rubber hose between them. Push and twist.
Jan 11, 2012 at 4:08 PM
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KENNEY1423
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its metal the metal fuel filler neck wont go all the way back in now i got gas leaking out cuz the neck isnt all the way in
Jan 11, 2012 at 4:13 PM
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KENNEY1423
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there aint its just the tank and the metal filler neck
Jan 11, 2012 at 4:16 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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There should be a clamp that needs to be tightened to stop the leak and keep the pipes secured.
Jan 11, 2012 at 4:56 PM
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