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Yes, the tank needs removed. Here are the directions:
1987 Lincoln Continental V8-302 5.0L
Removal and Installation
Vehicle Powertrain Management Fuel Delivery and Air Induction Fuel Pump Service and Repair Procedures Removal and Installation
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
WARNING: Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.
CAUTION: Fuel supply lines will remain pressurized for long periods of time after engine shut down. This pressure must be relieved before servicing of the fuel system is begun. A valve is provided on the throttle body for this purpose. Remove the air cleaner and relieve system pressure by using Rotunda pressure gauge tool T80L-9974-A or equivalent and drain the system through the drain tube.
Removal
1. Place vehicle on hoist-Do not raise.
2. Depressurize fuel system as previously described.
3. Remove fuel from fuel tank by pumping out through filler. Use care to prevent combustion from fuel spillage.
4. Raise vehicle on hoist.
5. Disconnect supply line and return line fittings and vent line at the right and left hand side rear axle frame kick-ups.
6. Disconnect electrical connector forward of tank.
7. Disconnect and remove fuel filler tube.
8. Remove fuel tank support straps and remove fuel tank to bench.
9. Remove any dirt that has accumulated around the fuel pump attaching flange so that it will not enter the tank during removal and installation.
10. Disconnect the supply line and return line fittings and the electrical connector.
11. Turn the fuel pump locking ring counterclockwise with the tool and remove locking ring.
12. Remove fuel pump and bracket assembly.
13. Remove seal gasket and discard.
Installation
1. Clean the fuel pump mounting flange and the fuel tank mounting surface and seal ring groove.
2. Put a light coating of heavy grease (Cl AZ-i 9590- B or equivalent) on a new seal ring to hold it in place during assembly and install in fuel ring groove.
3. Install fuel pump and bracket assembly carefully to insure that filter is not damaged. Be sure that locating keys are in keyways and seal ring remains in groove.
4. Hold pump assembly in place and install locking ring finger tight being sure that all locking tabs are under tank lock ring tabs.
5. Secure the fuel pump unit with the locking ring by rotating clockwise with tool until ring stops against stops.
6. Install electrical connector.
7. Lubricate fittings and install fuel line fittings and tighten to 13-20 Nm (10-15 lb-ft).
8. Install tank in vehicle, and tighten straps.
9. Connect electrical connections to fuel sender and fuel pump wiring harness.
10. Lower vehicle.
11. Install filler tube and attaching screws.
12. Connect vent line.
13. Lube fittings on right and left side of vehicle at kickup with light oil. Install fitting finger tight, then tighten 1/4 turn more.
14. Install a minimum of 38 liters (10 gallons) of fuel and check for leaks.
15. Install pressure gauge Tool T8OL-9974-A or equivalent on the fuel charging assembly fuel diagnostic valve and turn ignition key to On position for 3 seconds. Turn ignition key Oft and back On for 3 seconds repeatedly (5 to 10 times) until pressure gauge shows at least 241 kPa (35 psi). Check for leaks at fittings.
16. Remove pressure gauge, start engine, and recheck for leaks.
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Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions. This is the only thing I could think of and find related to the issue.
Joe
Thursday, August 27th, 2020 AT 10:48 AM
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