Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

FUEL LINES AND FUEL FILTER

Disconnect Tool, Spring Lock Coupling:

SPECIAL TOOL(S)

WARNING:
- Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.
- Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. Before repairing or disconnecting any of the fuel system components, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spraying of fuel, causing personal injury or a fire hazard.

REMOVAL
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
3. Relieve the fuel system pressure.
4. Remove the left front wheel well rear splash shield.







5. To remove individual components, only carry out the listed steps.







6. Illustration 1 of 4. Remove the components in the order indicated in the illustration and table.







7. Illustration 2 of 4. Remove the components in the order indicated in the illustration and table.







8. Illustration 3 of 4. Remove the components in the order indicated in the illustration and table.







9. Illustration 4 of 4. Remove the components in the order indicated in the illustration and table.

Item 2: Spring Lock Coupling Removal Note







1. Install the special tool.







2. Press the special tool into the open end of the cage.







3. Separate the spring lock coupling.

INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.