Problems at the pumps

05blackstang84 · Apr 29, 2008

Ok so I'm a new member and this is my first post so if this is the wrong place I'm sorry.

I own a stock 05 GT and depending on what gas station I go too I have trouble at the pumps. It seems the new the pumps the more often I have problems. The problem I'm experiencing is the pump will shut off long before the tank is full. Is this a common occurrence or am I the only one? If not how do I fix this?

5.0notslow · Apr 29, 2008

i know some places will shut the pump off after a certain $ amount..

05blackstang84 · Apr 29, 2008

I thought it might be the price but it happens even before it gets to 2 bucks

5.0notslow · Apr 29, 2008

oh dang...well i dunno then i havent had that problem except i guess i was holding the pump thing at the correct angle and it cut off but started back again..

Emay · Apr 29, 2008

It is a common problem, and there are numerous posts about it here. The split tank and venting our cars have cause the pump to quit early, not on all, just on some. However, you can slow down the flow and likely get the tank full without incident.

gashog · Apr 29, 2008

Happens to me quite often, like Emay said. Just slow down filling it up and it should be fine. Or i've heard some people turn the nozzle 90* and continue filling.

DarkFireGT · Apr 29, 2008

Turning the nozzle helps, as does slowing the pump down. If you're really worried about it, there is a fix for it, but if you're out of warranty, I believe you'll have to pay to get it fixed at the dealer.

05blackstang84 · Apr 29, 2008

DarkFireGT said:
Turning the nozzle helps, as does slowing the pump down. If you're really worried about it, there is a fix for it, but if you're out of warranty, I believe you'll have to pay to get it fixed at the dealer.

How much and what is the fix?

DarkFireGT · Apr 29, 2008

FUEL FILL SLOW, OR DIFFICULT TO FILL TSB 05-4-8
FORD:
2005 Mustang
ISSUE OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
Some 2005 Mustang vehicles may exhibit the fuel 050408A 2005 Mustang 4.0L SOHC: 1.7 Hrs.
tank being slow or difficult to fill. The condition may Replace Fuel Tank
be described as, repeated rapid shutoffs of the (Includes Time To Drain,
filling station pump nozzle, or multiple nozzle Refill And Transfer Any
shutoffs when attempting to fill the fuel tank. The Necessary Parts) (Do Not
condition may be due to the fuel tank vapor venting Use With 9002A, 9275A,
system inside the fuel tank. 9350E)
050408B 2005 Mustang 4.6L 3V: 1.9 Hrs.
ACTION Replace Fuel Tank
Install a new fuel tank. The new fuel tank has a (Includes Time To Drain,
revised internal venting system to improve fuel Refill And Transfer Any
filling. Remove the fuel tank assembly per Section Necessary Parts) (Do Not
310-01 of the Workshop Manual. Use With 9002A, 9275A,
9350E)
PART NUMBER PART NAME DEALER CODING
CONDITION 5R3Z-9002-AA Fuel Tank
BASIC PART NO. CODE
9002 42 WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of
New Vehicle Limited
Warranty Coverage And
Emissions Warranty
Coverage

Looks like you'll need a new gas tank. Not sure what that'll run out of warranty.

05blackstang84 · Apr 29, 2008

DarkFireGT said:
Looks like you'll need a new gas tank. Not sure what that'll run out of warranty.

That sucks but thanks for the info where did you find that?

DarkFireGT · Apr 29, 2008

google

05blackstang84 · Apr 29, 2008

DarkFireGT said:
google

Good call...
Actually this site has the TSB's for S197's

http://www.stangnet.com/Tech-Articles/S197-Technical-Service-Bulletins-060923.html

stanmckinney · Apr 29, 2008

Shouldn't Ford still cover that even if the warranty has expired?
Someone should have already taken care of it.

226embarcadero · Apr 30, 2008

I've noticed that that happens occasionally to me... but it is actually the fuel gauge that doesn't register the full tank for a while.

Hoboattacker · Apr 30, 2008

stanmckinney said:
Shouldn't Ford still cover that even if the warranty has expired?
Someone should have already taken care of it.

Nope. It's not a recall. It's a TSB.

Emay · Apr 30, 2008

Hoboattacker said:
Nope. It's not a recall. It's a TSB.

Exactly and this needs to be clear amongst the auto enthusiast. The difference means a lot to the pocket book.

DarkFireGT · Apr 30, 2008

226embarcadero said:
I've noticed that that happens occasionally to me... but it is actually the fuel gauge that doesn't register the full tank for a while.

That's actually another TSB.

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