1999 Ford Taurus Fuel Tank

1999 FORD TAURUS
130,000 MILES
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CHRIS_34_1
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I recently removed the fuel tank from my Taurus, this was the first time I had done so, and was using a Haynes manuel to walk me through the process. I assume I misunderstood a step and ended up breaking one of the blue plastic fittings on the top of the fuel tank. I was trying to remove the hose from the fitting and the plastic simply broke. Can you tell me what I broke and if it is replacable? I will attach a picture and try to highlight what I broke.

Thanks,
Chris
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Jul 5, 2013 at 5:16 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Chris:
It looks like you simply broke a plastic fitting that vents the system through the EVAP system. You should be able to get one at a dealer. Try a parts store first to save a buck, but I have a feeling it is going to be a dealer part.
Jul 5, 2013 at 6:56 PM
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