Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: Inspect the fuel tank internally and clean the fuel tank if you find a restricted fuel filter.




1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Clean all the fuel filter connections and the surrounding areas before disconnecting the fuel pipes in order to avoid possible contamination of the fuel system.
4. Disconnect the threaded fittings (1) from the fuel filter.
5. Cap the fuel pipes in order to prevent possible fuel system contamination.
6. Slide the fuel filter from the bracket.
7. Inspect the fuel pipe O-rings for cuts, nicks, swelling, or distortion. Replace the O-rings if necessary.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Slide the fuel filter into the bracket.
2. Remove the caps from the fuel pipes.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Connect the threaded fittings (1) to the fuel filter.

Tighten
Tighten the fittings to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Tighten the fuel fill cap.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
7. Inspect for leaks using the following procedure:
7.1. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds.
7.2. Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
7.3. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
7.4. Inspect for fuel leaks.