It seems like almost every time I try to pump gas it acts like the tank is full even though it is empty. The pump stops and wont let me fill up. Has anyone run into this problem?
the first time I filled up, it did that....after I did my Porsche trich for filling the tank, it has not done it again, I can fill it normally....of course now that I say it, it will happen again...
That's ONE thing that hasn't gone wrong with mine. What kind of gas knozzles have this problem? Are they those crazy "recycle" types or are people having problems with the plain old-fashioned kind like I have around where I live?
Just curious
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It seems like almost every time I try to pump gas it acts like the tank is full even though it is empty. The pump stops and wont let me fill up. Has anyone run into this problem?
Your warranty will cover the installation of a new tank.
But 1st...try holding the pump handle at a lower angle. Sometimes that's all it takes.
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There's a technical service bulletin out about it - your dealer will replace your tank under warranty - I got mine (and the Sh*tter 500 CD player) replaced under warranty a week ago.
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There's a technical service bulletin out about it - your dealer will replace your tank under warranty - I got mine (and the Sh*tter 500 CD player) replaced under warranty a week ago.
I've never had that problem but it is an issue with some with the new Stang.
There's a technical service bulletin out about it - your dealer will replace your tank under warranty - I got mine (and the Sh*tter 500 CD player) replaced under warranty a week ago.
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Nice looking out! I think I will contant the dealer and set that up.
Just for the record. I called Ford and they are very aware of the problem and are going to replace my gas tank. If any of you are having the same problem, call your dealer.
when I picked up my car the dealer took me to the gas station to fill it up. He had to use the slowest setting, and even then it stopped once. I was thinking "oh great", but I filled it up later on full speed and no problems. Maybe it's the shape of the nozzle or something.
I've filled up at different gas stations for a month now, and I found that the pumps that have the spring loaded plastice/rubber sheath around the nozzles can cause the premature shut off on the pump. I've filled up in NJ (where they pump your gas) and NY. One time in NJ, the pump started shutting off, so the attendant turned the nozzle upside down, and it worked after that. I will probably schedule the tank replacement anyway, just to eliminate any future problems.
I've been experiencing this problem too. This Monday I took it in to have the tank replaced under the TSB and was told that Ford is not longer replacing the tanks for the slow fill / premature shut off problem. In other words the TSB Fix is not correcting all the cases. I called the Ford hotline to confirm what my service tech was telling me and they said the same thing. Ford is aware of the problem and they suggested I stay in contact with my tech until a new fix is issued.
I also noted this problem gets worse depending on what type of pump I use. I have problems with 4 out of 5 pumps and yes, it gets very annoying. So I found a station just down the street from my house, where I can fill without trouble and I keep filling there.
Here's the TSB for your fueling problem. Make a copy and see your dealer.
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
NOTE:
The information in Technical Service Bulletins is intended for use by trained, professional technicians with the knowledge, tools, and equipment to do
the job properly and safely. It informs these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or provides information that could assist in proper
vehicle service. The procedures should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers”. Do not assume that a condition described affects your car or truck. Contact a
Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership to determine whether the Bulletin applies to your vehicle. Warranty Policy and Extended Service Plan documentation
determine Warranty and/or Extended Service Plan coverage unless stated otherwise in the TSB article.The information in this Technical Service Bulletin
(TSB) was current at the time of printing. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to supercede this information with updates.The most recent information is
available through Ford Motor Company’s on-line technical resources.
Here's the TSB for your fueling problem. Make a copy and see your dealer.
I brought a copy of TSB 05-4-8 to my dealer on 3/14/05. They acknowledged the existance of this TSB, but also informed me that the fix was not working in all cases. Therefore, they were instructed not to replace any more tanks. I figure there should be a SSM (Special Service Message) issued by Ford if this is indeed the case, but I have seen nothing. I did call the Ford hotline and got the same story from them (Known problem... No fix... even thought they've issued a TSB). If anyone has luck getting their tank replaced as suggested by the TSB, let us know.
Trouble Pumping Gas 
If anyone has luck getting their tank replaced as suggested by the TSB, let us know.
