Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

WARNING: This work must be performed in a well ventilated area and away from any open flames (such as gas hot water heaters).

Fuel filter is installed on dash panel in engine room. Replace fuel filter with a new one periodically.

Removal
1. Relieve fuel pressure in fuel feed line according to procedure.
2. Disconnect negative cable at battery.





3. Place fuel container under fuel filter.
4. Disconnect inlet and outlet hoses from fuel filter.

WARNING: A small amount of fuel may be released after fuel hose is disconnected. In order to reduce the chance of personal injury, cover hose and pipe to be disconnected with a shop cloth. Be sure to put that cloth in an approved container when disconnection is completed.

5. Remove fuel filter.
6. Remove bracket from fuel filter.
Installation





1. Install filter bracket to filter. Be sure to align match marks on filter and bracket before tightening bracket bolt.
2. Install filter.
3. Connect outlet and inlet hoses. Clamp hoses securely.
4. Connect negative cable to battery.
5. With engine "OFF" and ignition switch "ON", check for fuel leaks.