Fuel Tank Retaining Ring Clamp Removal
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Fuel Tank Retaining Ring Clamp Removal
Ok, I've been looking through all of the threads, and have found lots of info on replacing the white retaining rings including the cool write up on how to convert a 6" PVC pipe into a tool. The issue is my '06 STR has the clamps. Reading through the threads I found four people that has asked about the clamps, but nobody answered the question. Is there a special tool combo (ie universals, 1/4" drives or adpters) to get to these clamps?
I'm still tracing the P0442 fault down. I've been working on finding the issue for a few years now. I live in Florida and they don't require an inspection and since I only drive the car to work once every couple of weeks, my motivation level to find the issue is low.
I had it smoke tested and they couldnt find a leak. I replaced the fuel cap, put it up on the lift and checked all the hoses that I could see and get to. There's no fuel smell and I don't see any residue around the retaining rings.
I'm retiring from the Air Force at the end of Feb and will have four months off before I start my new job, so I'm going to spend some time on my jag and try and fix the small vap leak issue once and for all.
Anyone else have any ideas. I've read about a million threads on the P0442 issue.
Thanks
I'm still tracing the P0442 fault down. I've been working on finding the issue for a few years now. I live in Florida and they don't require an inspection and since I only drive the car to work once every couple of weeks, my motivation level to find the issue is low.
I had it smoke tested and they couldnt find a leak. I replaced the fuel cap, put it up on the lift and checked all the hoses that I could see and get to. There's no fuel smell and I don't see any residue around the retaining rings.
I'm retiring from the Air Force at the end of Feb and will have four months off before I start my new job, so I'm going to spend some time on my jag and try and fix the small vap leak issue once and for all.
Anyone else have any ideas. I've read about a million threads on the P0442 issue.
Thanks
Last edited by hollywooddippa; 01-31-2017 at 10:55 AM.
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Ducmon, I went through that post a few years ago. The issue is my 2006 STR doesn't have that canister under the hood. Not sure if it's because they started using Variable Valve Timing in 2006.
JagV8, The nearest dealership to me is 2.5hrs away.
Joycesjag, I'll get a pic of the clamp as soon as I get a chance.
JagV8, The nearest dealership to me is 2.5hrs away.
Joycesjag, I'll get a pic of the clamp as soon as I get a chance.
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Handy website. Some tools aren't that expensive...
https://jlrequipment.service-solutio...ages/home.aspx
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hollywooddippa (02-01-2017)
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I wasent aware that s types had these hose type clips, but I left the dealer long ago. An XF I worked on had the same set up as I remember. OP are you sure that is as the car left the factory. Maybe others can help by saying what their cars have.
As for special tools to tighten a hose clamp there isn't one. I do remember a brass screw driver for use on x300. Hose clip inside tank. Brass so no sparks !!
As for special tools to tighten a hose clamp there isn't one. I do remember a brass screw driver for use on x300. Hose clip inside tank. Brass so no sparks !!
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I ended up not having to buy a tool. The pics above show what I used and it worked perfectly. Now I just need to wait till the seals come in.
Hopefully this will fix the issue.
I've had this car for 8 years and everytime I get in it I fall in love with it all over again.
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Jon89 (02-02-2017)
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