Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

Removal

WARNING: BECAUSE OF THE COMBUSTION CHARACTERISTICS OF GASOLINE, ALWAYS USE EXTREME CARE WHEN REMOVING AND INSTALLING ANY FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENT OR PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO VEHICLE MAY OCCUR.

1. Depressurize the fuel system: Fuel Pressure Release

2. Raise vehicle on hoist.

3. Remove the push connect fittings at both ends of the fuel filter: Fuel Line Coupler

4. Remove fuel filter from bracket by loosening worm gear clamp. Note the direction of the flow arrow as installed in the bracket to make sure proper direction of fuel flow through replacement fuel filter.

Installation
1. Install the fuel filter into the bracket, ensuring the proper direction of flow.

2. Tighten worm gear fuel filter clamp to 1.7 to 2.8 Nm (15-25 lb.in.).

3. Install the push connect fittings onto the fuel filter ends.

4. Install new retainer clips in each push connect fitting.

5. Start engine and check for leaks.

6. Lower vehicle.