The Motorcraft F81Z-9A153-AA is a genuine OEM fuel filter bowl drain valve engineered for 1999–2003 7.3 Powerstroke engines. It mounts directly to the back of the factory engine valley fuel filter bowl to provide a manual drain path for separated water and fuel sediment. Motorcraft constructs this replacement valve with a durable polymer lever assembly and includes brand-new, factory-installed fuel-grade O-ring seals and mounting screws.
Persistent fuel leaks pooling in the engine valley, raw diesel fumes under the hood, and dripping from the metal drain tube along the passenger side of the block are what this valve fixes. Decades of engine heat cycling, vibration, and ultra-low sulfur diesel exposure cause the internal rubber O-rings to harden, shrink, and crack, resulting in steady fuel weeping or air intrusion into the fuel filter housing. It is the replacement drain valve assembly with O-rings and mounting hardware only; the aluminum fuel bowl housing and drain extension tube are sold separately.
It fits 1999–2003 7.3 Powerstroke Super Duty trucks, Excursions, and E-Series vans equipped with the factory fuel filter bowl.
Fitment
- 1999–2003 Ford F-250 Super Duty 7.3L Powerstroke
- 1999–2003 Ford F-350 Super Duty 7.3L Powerstroke
- 1999–2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty 7.3L Powerstroke
- 1999–2003 Ford F-550 Super Duty 7.3L Powerstroke
- 2000–2003 Ford Excursion 7.3L Powerstroke
- 1999–2003 Ford E-Series Vans 7.3L Powerstroke
- Genuine OEM Ford / Motorcraft replacement part
- Direct fit for factory engine valley fuel filter bowl
- Includes pre-installed fuel-grade O-ring seals and mounting fasteners
- Drain valve assembly only
Relieve fuel pressure and completely drain the fuel bowl into a catch container before removing the old valve to avoid dumping diesel fuel into the engine valley. Thoroughly clean the mounting pad and O-ring mating bores on the rear of the fuel bowl with a lint-free cloth to eliminate dirt, varnish, or old seal fragments. Lightly lubricate the new O-rings with clean engine oil or diesel fuel before installation, and tighten the mounting screws evenly by hand to prevent cocking the valve body or pinching the O-rings.
The Motorcraft F81Z-9A153-AA is a genuine OEM fuel filter bowl drain valve engineered for 1999–2003 7.3 Powerstroke engines. It mounts directly to the back of the factory engine valley fuel filter bowl to provide a manual drain path for separated water and fuel sediment. Motorcraft constructs this replacement valve with a durable polymer lever assembly and includes brand-new, factory-installed fuel-grade O-ring seals and mounting screws.
Persistent fuel leaks pooling in the engine valley, raw diesel fumes under the hood, and dripping from the metal drain tube along the passenger side of the block are what this valve fixes. Decades of engine heat cycling, vibration, and ultra-low sulfur diesel exposure cause the internal rubber O-rings to harden, shrink, and crack, resulting in steady fuel weeping or air intrusion into the fuel filter housing. It is the replacement drain valve assembly with O-rings and mounting hardware only; the aluminum fuel bowl housing and drain extension tube are sold separately.
It fits 1999–2003 7.3 Powerstroke Super Duty trucks, Excursions, and E-Series vans equipped with the factory fuel filter bowl.
Fitment
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The Motorcraft F81Z-9A153-AA is a genuine OEM fuel filter bowl drain valve engineered for 1999–2003 7.3 Powerstroke engines. It mounts directly to the back of the factory engine valley fuel filter bowl to provide a manual drain path for separated water and fuel sediment. Motorcraft constructs this replacement valve with a durable polymer lever assembly and includes brand-new, factory-installed fuel-grade O-ring seals and mounting screws.
Persistent fuel leaks pooling in the engine valley, raw diesel fumes under the hood, and dripping from the metal drain tube along the passenger side of the block are what this valve fixes. Decades of engine heat cycling, vibration, and ultra-low sulfur diesel exposure cause the internal rubber O-rings to harden, shrink, and crack, resulting in steady fuel weeping or air intrusion into the fuel filter housing. It is the replacement drain valve assembly with O-rings and mounting hardware only; the aluminum fuel bowl housing and drain extension tube are sold separately.
It fits 1999–2003 7.3 Powerstroke Super Duty trucks, Excursions, and E-Series vans equipped with the factory fuel filter bowl.
Fitment
- 1999–2003 Ford F-250 Super Duty 7.3L Powerstroke
- 1999–2003 Ford F-350 Super Duty 7.3L Powerstroke
- 1999–2003 Ford F-450 Super Duty 7.3L Powerstroke
- 1999–2003 Ford F-550 Super Duty 7.3L Powerstroke
- 2000–2003 Ford Excursion 7.3L Powerstroke
- 1999–2003 Ford E-Series Vans 7.3L Powerstroke
- Genuine OEM Ford / Motorcraft replacement part
- Direct fit for factory engine valley fuel filter bowl
- Includes pre-installed fuel-grade O-ring seals and mounting fasteners
- Drain valve assembly only
Relieve fuel pressure and completely drain the fuel bowl into a catch container before removing the old valve to avoid dumping diesel fuel into the engine valley. Thoroughly clean the mounting pad and O-ring mating bores on the rear of the fuel bowl with a lint-free cloth to eliminate dirt, varnish, or old seal fragments. Lightly lubricate the new O-rings with clean engine oil or diesel fuel before installation, and tighten the mounting screws evenly by hand to prevent cocking the valve body or pinching the O-rings.