Dorman 576-163 fuel tank for the 1983-1984 Ford Thunderbird 4-cylinder 2.3L, V6 3.8L or V8 5.0L and other vehicles stores the fuel that the engine draws on. It directly replaces the original fuel tank on these vehicles.
- 18 U.S. gallon capacity
- Baffled sump
- Steel construction
- Pre-painted with a corrosion-resistant coat that saves finishing time
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 576-163 fuel tank
- Fits: the 1983-1984 Ford Thunderbird 4-cylinder 2.3L, V6 3.8L or V8 5.0L and other vehicles
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A fuel smell or a visible fuel leak can mean the tank has rusted through, though a fuel line or the filler hose can be behind them. Pin down which of the three it is before ordering.
Fits
It is a fuel tank for the 1983-1984 Ford Thunderbird 4-cylinder 2.3L, V6 3.8L or V8 5.0L, and for the 1983-1984 Mercury Cougar V6 3.8L or V8 5.0L and the 1984 Cougar 4-cylinder 2.3L.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Capacity: 18 U.S. gallons
- Length: 45 in
- Width: 27 in
- Height: 8.75 in
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
Build and materials
- Material: Steel
- Coating: Paint
- Sump: baffled, not attached
- Filler neck: not attached
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: Taiwan
In the box
One fuel tank, one lock ring and one O-ring. The sending unit and mounting straps are not included, so plan on new straps, since the old ones may not be reusable. This listing holds one tank, and one is all a car needs.
Interchange: E4SZ9002B · F23D
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Dorman fuel tank come with the sending unit?
No. Dorman 576-163 comes with the fuel tank, a lock ring and an O-ring. The sending unit and mounting straps are not included.
Is this one of the Mercury Cougar fuel tanks that fit the 1984 Cougar 4-cylinder 2.3L?
Yes. Dorman 576-163 fits the 1984 Mercury Cougar 4-cylinder 2.3L and the 1983-1984 Cougar V6 3.8L or V8 5.0L.
Is the Dorman tank steel, and is it painted?
Yes. This tank is steel with a paint coating, and the paint is corrosion-resistant.
Does this tank have a baffled sump, and how much does it hold?
Yes. This tank has a baffled sump and holds 18 U.S. gallons.
Is it okay to keep driving with a leaking fuel tank?
No. A leaking fuel tank is a fire risk, so have it checked or replaced promptly.
