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It turns off gas pump as if it were full
Vehicle: 2006 ford explorer v6

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Here a TSB that Ford has about this condition, It applies to your condition

TSB 07-25-3

12/24/07

FUEL FILL - SLOW OR EARLY SHUT OFF - BUILT
BEFORE 11/28/2007

FORD:
2006-2008 Explorer

MERCURY:
2006-2008 Mountaineer

ISSUE
Some 2006-2008 Explorer and Mountaineer vehicles built before 11/28/2007 may exhibit a slow or difficult fuel fill or early pump shut off condition when refueling. This symptom may be accompanied by DTC P0451. This concern may be due to water or ice causing a restriction in the fresh air hose connected to the fuel filler housing and not allowing the fuel system to vent properly.

ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

Replace the fuel filler pipe fresh air vent tube with the redesigned shepherd hook tube. Inspect the vapor lines and Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) canister for water contamination. If the vapor line has water in it, clean the lines with shop air. If EVAP canister is contaminated with water, replace the canister.

1. Disconnect the fresh air tube at the dust separator and inspect for water intrusion.

a. If water is not present do not continue with this TSB. Follow normal diagnostic procedures found in the Work Shop Manual (WSM) Section 310-00 pinpoint test A.

b. If water is present, replace the fuel filler pipe fresh air vent line with the revised vent line.

2. Remove the EVAP canister and inspect for water intrusion. If contaminated replace the EVAP canister. Refer to the WSM, Section 310-01.

3. Clean the vapor lines with 100 psi of regulated shop air.

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