Dorman 578-173 Fuel Tank Strap
Dorman 578-173 Fuel Tank Strap for Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique
Dorman 578-173 is a direct replacement fuel tank strap for vehicles that need secure tank support after service or replacement. Built from steel with a silver finish, it is made to handle road exposure and changing weather conditions while matching the original strap application.
Key Features
- Direct replacement fuel tank strap for OE-style fitment
- Steel construction for strength and durability
- Silver finish
- Fits 1995-2000 Ford Contour and 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique
- Fuel tank strap lengths: 34 in and 32.75 in
- Strap width: 1.25 in
- Cross-references Ford F5RZ9092B and ST173 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Dorman fuel tank strap, part number 578-173, is built as a direct replacement for the original strap used on select Ford and Mercury sedans. It is formed from steel to provide the support needed to hold the fuel tank in place, and the silver finish helps it blend with underbody components. Fits 1995-2000 Ford Contour and 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique, making it a practical choice for fuel tank service on these applications. The part number 578-173 is also a useful reference when matching the correct strap during repair work.
This part cross-references Ford F5RZ9092B and ST173 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Corroded or weakened fuel tank straps
- Fuel tank support issues after tank replacement
- Noise from a loose or shifting tank
- Service needs on 1995-2000 Ford Contour fuel system repairs
- Service needs on 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique fuel system repairs
Installation Notes and Tips
Inspect the tank mounting points, strap contact areas, and surrounding hardware before installation. Because installation hardware is not included, reuse or source the required fasteners separately as needed. Verify strap length and width against the original part before installation, and replace the strap whenever the fuel tank is removed or serviced.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures this strap as a direct replacement component using durable materials intended for underbody exposure. It is built to match the original application for 1995-2000 Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique fuel tank service.
Dorman 578-173 Fuel Tank Strap
Dorman 578-173 Fuel Tank Strap for Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique
Dorman 578-173 is a direct replacement fuel tank strap for vehicles that need secure tank support after service or replacement. Built from steel with a silver finish, it is made to handle road exposure and changing weather conditions while matching the original strap application.
Key Features
- Direct replacement fuel tank strap for OE-style fitment
- Steel construction for strength and durability
- Silver finish
- Fits 1995-2000 Ford Contour and 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique
- Fuel tank strap lengths: 34 in and 32.75 in
- Strap width: 1.25 in
- Cross-references Ford F5RZ9092B and ST173 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Dorman fuel tank strap, part number 578-173, is built as a direct replacement for the original strap used on select Ford and Mercury sedans. It is formed from steel to provide the support needed to hold the fuel tank in place, and the silver finish helps it blend with underbody components. Fits 1995-2000 Ford Contour and 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique, making it a practical choice for fuel tank service on these applications. The part number 578-173 is also a useful reference when matching the correct strap during repair work.
This part cross-references Ford F5RZ9092B and ST173 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Corroded or weakened fuel tank straps
- Fuel tank support issues after tank replacement
- Noise from a loose or shifting tank
- Service needs on 1995-2000 Ford Contour fuel system repairs
- Service needs on 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique fuel system repairs
Installation Notes and Tips
Inspect the tank mounting points, strap contact areas, and surrounding hardware before installation. Because installation hardware is not included, reuse or source the required fasteners separately as needed. Verify strap length and width against the original part before installation, and replace the strap whenever the fuel tank is removed or serviced.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures this strap as a direct replacement component using durable materials intended for underbody exposure. It is built to match the original application for 1995-2000 Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique fuel tank service.
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Dorman 578-173 Fuel Tank Strap for Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique
Dorman 578-173 is a direct replacement fuel tank strap for vehicles that need secure tank support after service or replacement. Built from steel with a silver finish, it is made to handle road exposure and changing weather conditions while matching the original strap application.
Key Features
- Direct replacement fuel tank strap for OE-style fitment
- Steel construction for strength and durability
- Silver finish
- Fits 1995-2000 Ford Contour and 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique
- Fuel tank strap lengths: 34 in and 32.75 in
- Strap width: 1.25 in
- Cross-references Ford F5RZ9092B and ST173 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Dorman fuel tank strap, part number 578-173, is built as a direct replacement for the original strap used on select Ford and Mercury sedans. It is formed from steel to provide the support needed to hold the fuel tank in place, and the silver finish helps it blend with underbody components. Fits 1995-2000 Ford Contour and 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique, making it a practical choice for fuel tank service on these applications. The part number 578-173 is also a useful reference when matching the correct strap during repair work.
This part cross-references Ford F5RZ9092B and ST173 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Corroded or weakened fuel tank straps
- Fuel tank support issues after tank replacement
- Noise from a loose or shifting tank
- Service needs on 1995-2000 Ford Contour fuel system repairs
- Service needs on 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique fuel system repairs
Installation Notes and Tips
Inspect the tank mounting points, strap contact areas, and surrounding hardware before installation. Because installation hardware is not included, reuse or source the required fasteners separately as needed. Verify strap length and width against the original part before installation, and replace the strap whenever the fuel tank is removed or serviced.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures this strap as a direct replacement component using durable materials intended for underbody exposure. It is built to match the original application for 1995-2000 Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique fuel tank service.
