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Spectra LO180 Fuel Tank Lock Ring

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Fitment: Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln, Explorer, Mountaineer, Explorer Sport Trac, Aviator, Expedition, Navigator, Explorer Sport, and Ranger
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Fuel Tank Lock Ring for Ford and Mercury Applications

The Spectra LO180 fuel tank lock ring is an OE-style replacement for securing the fuel pump module or sending unit at the tank opening. It is built for direct-fit service on select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles, including Explorer, Ranger, Mountaineer, Expedition, Navigator, Aviator, and Explorer Sport Trac applications.

  • Fuel tank lock ring for air and fuel delivery service
  • OE replacement for select Ford Explorer and Ford Ranger applications
  • Also used on Mercury Mountaineer, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Navigator models
  • Manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment performance expectations
  • Cross-reference: Dorman - HELP 55817

Detailed Product Overview

Spectra LO180 is a fuel tank lock ring designed for vehicles that use a locking ring to retain the fuel pump module assembly at the tank. It is a direct replacement for select 1998-2009 Ford Ranger, 2002-2009 Ford Explorer, 2002-2009 Mercury Mountaineer, 2002-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 2002-2003 Ford Explorer Sport, 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator, and 2003-2004 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator applications. This part number, LO180, is also referenced by OE and aftermarket numbers used for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

  • Replacing a damaged or corroded fuel tank lock ring
  • Restoring secure retention of the fuel pump module
  • Addressing fuel odor or seepage at the tank opening caused by a poor seal interface
  • Repairing service issues after fuel pump or sending unit replacement
  • Correcting fitment problems from worn or distorted retaining hardware

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, make, and model before installation. Match the existing tank opening and locking-ring style to confirm fitment for your Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, or Mercury Mountaineer application. Clean the sealing surfaces and inspect the fuel pump module flange before installing the lock ring to help ensure proper retention.

Quality Assurance

Spectra Premium fuel tank lock rings are engineered and manufactured with quality control processes intended to meet or exceed original equipment performance for the listed applications.

This part fits 66 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2009FordExplorer4.6LV8N/A
2009FordExplorer4.0LV6N/A
2009MercuryMountaineer4.6LV8N/A
2009MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/A
2008FordExplorer4.6LV8N/A
2008FordExplorer4.0LV6N/A
2008MercuryMountaineer4.6LV8N/A
2008MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/A
2007FordExplorer4.6LV8N/A
2007FordExplorer4.0LV6N/A
2007MercuryMountaineer4.6LV8N/A
2007MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/A
2006FordExplorer4.6LV8N/A
2006FordExplorer4.0LV6N/A
2006MercuryMountaineer4.6LV8N/A
2006MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/A
2005FordExplorer4.6LV8N/A
2005FordExplorer4.0LV6N/A
2005FordExplorer Sport Trac4.0LV6N/A
2005LincolnAviator4.6LV8N/A
2005MercuryMountaineer4.6LV8N/A
2005MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/A
2004FordExpedition5.4LV8N/A
2004FordExpedition4.6LV8N/A
2004FordExplorer4.6LV8N/A
2004FordExplorer4.0LV6N/A
2004FordExplorer Sport Trac4.0LV6N/A
2004LincolnAviator4.6LV8N/A
2004LincolnNavigator5.4LV8N/A
2004MercuryMountaineer4.6LV8N/A
2004MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/A
2003FordExpedition5.4LV8N/A
2003FordExpedition4.6LV8N/A
2003FordExplorer4.6LV8N/A
2003FordExplorer4.0LV6N/A
2003FordExplorer Sport4.0LV6N/A
2003FordExplorer Sport Trac4.0LV6N/A
2003FordRanger4.0LV6N/A
2003FordRanger3.0LV6N/A
2003FordRanger2.3LL4N/A
2003LincolnAviator4.6LV8N/A
2003LincolnNavigator5.4LV8N/A
2003MercuryMountaineer4.6LV8N/A
2003MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/A
2002FordExplorer4.6LV8N/A
2002FordExplorer4.0LV6N/A
2002FordExplorer Sport4.0LV6N/A
2002FordExplorer Sport Trac4.0LV6N/A
2002FordRanger4.0LV6N/A
2002FordRanger3.0LV6N/A
2002FordRanger2.3LL4N/A
2002MercuryMountaineer4.6LV8N/A
2002MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/A
2001FordRanger4.0LV6N/A
2001FordRanger3.0LV6N/A
2001FordRanger2.5LL4N/A
2001FordRanger2.3LL4N/A
2000FordRanger4.0LV6N/A
2000FordRanger3.0LV6N/A
2000FordRanger2.5LL4N/A
1999FordRanger4.0LV6N/A
1999FordRanger3.0LV6N/A
1999FordRanger2.5LL4N/A
1998FordRanger4.0LV6N/A
1998FordRanger3.0LV6N/A
1998FordRanger2.5LL4N/A

* 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:

1L2Z9417AA2L5Z9A307AA2L5Z9A307AB55817579202CG804F87Z9A307BAFPR10SPILO180

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