{"product_id":"spectra-f49b-fuel-tank","title":"Spectra F49B Fuel Tank","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSpectra F49B Fuel Tank for Explorer and Mountaineer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Spectra F49B fuel tank is an OE-style replacement for select Ford and Mercury applications. It is built to match original equipment performance expectations for fuel storage and fitment on the listed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement fuel tank for select 1996 Ford Explorer and 1997 Mercury Mountaineer applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt with Spectra Premium engineering and manufacturing controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatches original equipment form and function for the listed fitments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996 Ford Explorer, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1997 Mercury Mountaineer, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Fitment and Application\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fuel tank is listed for 1996 Ford Explorer and 1997 Mercury Mountaineer models with the specified dimensions of 54-1\/2 in. x 16-1\/2 in. x 13 in. The Spectra F49B is intended for direct replacement use where the original tank has failed, leaked, or no longer holds fuel safely. This part cross-references Delphi FT4128 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Reasons to Replace\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuel tank corrosion or rust-through\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuel leakage from the tank body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage from road debris or impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuel odor caused by tank deterioration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailed original tank on a 1996 Explorer or 1997 Mountaineer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify tank dimensions, filler neck routing, and vehicle build date before installation. The notes for the 1997 Mercury Mountaineer specify fitment through Jul\/28\/1996, and the listed application includes a lock ring kit note. Confirm all fuel system connections, venting, and mounting points match the original tank before final assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpectra Premium fuel tanks are manufactured with engineering, production, and quality control processes aimed at meeting or exceeding original equipment performance for the replacement application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spectra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44722787221685,"sku":"BCNK-F49B","price":157.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/SQ_F49B_Fro.jpg?v=1775096498","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/spectra-f49b-fuel-tank","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}