Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

CAUTION: Cap the fittings and plug the holes when servicing the fuel system in order to prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering the open pipes and passages.

NOTES:
- Always maintain cleanliness when servicing fuel system components.
- There is no service interval for in-pipe fuel filter replacement. Only replace the in-pipe fuel filter if it is restricted.

1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Release Procedure.
2. If plastic collar quick connect fittings are used, Refer to Fuel Line Coupler / Service and Repair / Servicing Quick-Connect Fittings / With Plastic Collar for the correct service procedure.
3. Raise the vehicle.
4. Remove the quick-connect fitting at the inlet of the in-pipe fuel filter. Refer to Fuel Line Coupler / Service and Repair / Servicing Quick-Connect Fittings / With Metal Collar.
5. Remove the threaded fitting at the outlet of the in-pipe fuel filter.
6. Drain any remaining fuel into an approved gasoline container.




7. Remove the in-pipe fuel filter and mounting bracket.
8. Remove the in-pipe fuel filter from the in-pipe fuel filter mounting bracket.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

CAUTIONS:
- Always re-attach the fuel lines and fuel filter with all original type fasteners and hardware.
- Do not repair sections of fuel pipes.

1. Remove the protective caps from the new in-pipe fuel filter.
2. Slide the in-pipe fuel filter into the in-pipe fuel filter mounting bracket.
3. Install the in-pipe fuel filter and mounting bracket.
4. Install the in-pipe fuel filter mounting bracket retaining bolt.

Tighten
^ In-pipe fuel filter mounting bracket bolt to 20 Nm (15 lb. ft.).

5. Install the quick-connect fitting at the inlet of the in-pipe fuel filter. Refer to Fuel Line Coupler / Service and Repair / Servicing Quick-Connect Fittings / With Metal Collar.
6. Install the threaded fitting at the outlet of the in-pipe fuel filter.

Tighten
^ Use a back-up wrench in order to prevent the in-pipe fuel filter from turning. Tighten the in-pipe fuel filter outlet nut to 30 Nm (22 lb. ft.).

7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Tighten the fuel tank filler pipe cap.
9. Install the negative battery cable.
10. Inspect for leaks.
10.1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position for two seconds.
10.2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position for ten seconds.
10.3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position again.
10.4. Visually inspect the fuel system for fuel leaks.