883069 55 Mariner HOSE, (.125 x 25.00 Inches)

Introduction
The problem that is identified below has a known solution. Use the solution that is identified below.Problem
The stainless hardware used to connect the fuel fill train with the fuel tank base may have been installed with excessive torque. Excessive torquing the hardware can cause galling and some gaskets could have been over compressed.Required Parts
Table 1 contains the parts needed for this procedure. The parts must be ordered from Fastenal and can be obtained at the web address below:https://www.fastenal.com/
Table 1
Required Parts
Qty Fastenal Part Number Part Name
2 048-0107 Gasket (3 in)
8 13317 Bolt (5/8-11 by 3.5 in)
8 36314 Nut (5/8-11)
16 33090 Flat Washer (5/8)
1 99310065 Pipe Sealant (Gasoila Soft-Set) Required Tooling
Table contains the tooling required to complete this procedure.
Table 2
Required Tooling
Item Qty Part Number Part Name
T1 1 N/A Torque Wrench (Certified and Serialized)
Range of 50 to 115 N m (37 to 85 lb ft)
T2 1 N/A Socket (15/16 in)
T3 1 N/A Box Wrench (15/16 in) Solution
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Illustration 1 g06546230
Check the hardware for the fuel elbow shown in the illustration above.
If there is no sign of galling on the hardware, proceed to Step 6.
If there is any sign of galling, proceed to Step 2.Note: Place an approved container or mats under the elbow during removal to catch any residual fuel that might be left in the elbow.
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(A) Bolts
(B) Hard Washers
(C) Full Nuts
(D) Gaskets
Remove 8 bolts (A), 16 hard washers (B), 8 full nuts (C), and 2 gaskets (D) from the elbow flanges.Note: If the full nuts cannot be removed due to galling, a reciprocating saw can be used to cut off the full nuts.
Remove the elbow from the fuel lines.
Clean any residual fuel from the flange surfaces on the elbow, fuel lines, or fuel tank. Inspect the flanges for damage to ensure that the s