Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

Fuel Filter Mounting:

There is no service interval for fuel filter replacement. Only replace fuel filter if it is restricted.

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Perform Fuel Pressure Release Procedure.
2. Raise vehicle and suitably support.

Clean
Clean both fuel feed pipe connections and surrounding areas at in-line fuel filter before disconnecting to avoid possible contamination of the fuel system.

3. Filter bracket attaching screw and filter bracket.
4. Quick-connect fittings.
5. Fuel filter.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Remove protective caps from new filter.
2. New plastic connector retainers on filter inlet and outlet pipe.
- Install in same position as on old filter.
3. Quick connect fittings.
4. Align fuel filter bracket on frame with brake pipe mounting bracket and install filter bracket attaching screw.

Tighten
Fuel Filter mounting bracket to 27 Nm (20 lbs. ft.).

5. Lower vehicle.
6. Fuel filler cap.
7. Negative battery cable.

INSPECT
Turn ignition to "ON" position for two seconds, then turn to "OFF" for ten seconds. Again turn to "ON" position, and check for fuel leaks.