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Question posted by charleswhitfield93 on February 11th, 2013

1999 Ford Explorer Sport Fuel Cap Won't Twist Lock.

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Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 207

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Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 208

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Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 226

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Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 229

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