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Spectra LO175 Fuel Tank Lock Ring

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Fitment: Ford and Mercury, Contour, Cougar, and Mystique
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Spectra LO175 Fuel Tank Lock Ring

The Spectra LO175 fuel tank lock ring is an OE-style replacement for select Ford and Mercury applications. It is built for accurate fitment at the fuel tank opening, helping secure the fuel pump module or sender assembly where a proper lock ring is required.

  • Fuel tank lock ring for select Ford and Mercury vehicles
  • OE replacement for factory-style fuel system service
  • Engineered and manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment performance targets
  • Cross-references Ford F8RZ9C385AA and XS2Z9276AA for the same application

Vehicle Fitment

  • Fits 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, N/A
  • Fits 1999-2000 Ford Contour, N/A
  • Fits 1999-2000 Mercury Mystique, N/A
  • Fits 1998 Ford Contour, N/A, From Feb/1998
  • Fits 1998 Mercury Mystique, N/A, From Feb/1998

What It Helps Fix

  • Loose or damaged fuel tank lock ring at the module opening
  • Fuel pump module retention issues during tank service
  • Improper sealing caused by worn original hardware
  • Fitment problems when replacing a corroded or distorted ring

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and build date before installation. Match the lock ring to the fuel tank module opening and confirm proper seating during reassembly. For 1998 Ford Contour and 1998 Mercury Mystique applications, use the Feb/1998 build-date note when checking fitment.

Quality Assurance

Spectra Premium fuel tank lock rings are produced with engineering, manufacturing, and quality control processes aimed at OE-level performance. Part number LO175 is a direct replacement option for service work on compatible Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, and Mercury Cougar fuel systems.

This part fits 20 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2002MercuryCougar2.5LV6N/A
2002MercuryCougar2.0LL4N/A
2001MercuryCougar2.5LV6N/A
2001MercuryCougar2.0LL4N/A
2000FordContour2.5LV6N/A
2000FordContour2.0LL4N/A
2000MercuryCougar2.5LV6N/A
2000MercuryCougar2.0LL4N/A
2000MercuryMystique2.5LV6N/A
2000MercuryMystique2.0LL4N/A
1999FordContour2.5LV6N/A
1999FordContour2.0LL4N/A
1999MercuryCougar2.5LV6N/A
1999MercuryCougar2.0LL4N/A
1999MercuryMystique2.5LV6N/A
1999MercuryMystique2.0LL4N/A
1998FordContour2.5LV6N/AFrom Feb/1998
1998FordContour2.0LL4N/AFrom Feb/1998
1998MercuryMystique2.5LV6N/AFrom Feb/1998
1998MercuryMystique2.0LL4N/AFrom Feb/1998

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

CG800F8RZ9C385AAFPR8XS2Z9276AA

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.