Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

FUEL LINES AND FUEL FILTER

Disconnect Tool, Spring Lock Coupling (3/8 Inch):

SPECIAL TOOL(S)

REMOVAL

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.
- The evaporative emissions system contains fuel vapor and condensed fuel vapor. Although not present in large quantities, it still presents the danger of explosion or fire. Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery to minimize the possibility of an electrical spark occurring, and possibly causing a fire or explosion if fuel vapor or liquid fuel are present in the area. Failure to follow these instructions can result in 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.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Release the fuel system pressure.
3. Disconnect the battery ground cable.






















4. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the illustrations and tables.

Item 2: Spring Lock Coupling Removal Note

WARNING: Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. Before servicing or disconnecting any of the fuel lines or fuel system components, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spraying of fuel, causing personal injury or a fire hazard.

CAUTION:
- Fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very precise tolerances and fine clearances. It is therefore essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or tubes.
- When reusing liquid or vapor tube connectors, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating from the tube.







1. Remove the safety clip from the spring lock couplings.







2. Install the special tool.







3. Close and push the special tool into the open side of the cage.







4. Separate the fitting.

Items 6, 7, 11 and 12: Fuel Supply and Vapor Tube Quick-Connect Fittings Removal Note







1. CAUTION: When reusing liquid or vapor tube connectors, make sure to use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector retaining clip area before separating the tube.

NOTE: If the fuel tube or retainer clip is broken or damaged, install a new clip using a suitable fuel line disconnect tool to separate the retainer clip legs. Once the retainer clip legs have been separated, lift the clip out of the connector housing, lifting from the stamped side of the connector body.

Disconnect the fuel tube quick release coupling.
- Push the connector towards the tube to release pressure.
- Press the fuel tube quick release coupling button and pull the fuel tube to disconnect.

Item 13: Fuel and Vapor Tube Retainer Removal Note







1. Push the tab on the end of the fuel and vapor tube retainer clip to open, then release the fuel and vapor tubes.

INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Item 13: Fuel and Vapor Tube Retainer Installation Note







1. Install the fuel and vapor tubes into the retainers, then push together to clip shut.

Items 12, 11, 7 and 6: Fuel Supply and Vapor Tube Quick-Connect Fittings Installation Note







1. CAUTION: Make sure the fuel tube clicks into place when installing the tube. To make sure the tube is fully seated, pull on the tube.

NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the end of the tube before inserting a tube into the connector.

Install the fuel tube quick-release coupling.

Item 2: Spring Lock Coupling Installation Note







1. Inspect and clean both coupling ends. Install new O-rings and garter springs if necessary.
- Lubricate the O-rings with clean engine oil.







2. Fit the male fitting into the female end and push until the garter spring snaps over the flared end of the female fitting.







3. Make sure the coupling is engaged by pulling on the lines.







4. Install the safety clip.