Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

Fuel Filter Replacement

WARNING: Do not smoke while working on fuel system. Keep open flame away from work area.

NOTE: The filter should be replaced: every 60,000 miles (96,000 km), or whenever the fuel pressure drops below the specified value (255 ± 20 kPa, 2.55 ± 0.2 kg/cm2, 36 ± 3 psi with the vacuum pressure hose disconnected) after making sure that the fuel pump and the pressure regulator are OK.




1. Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal.
2. Place a shop towel under and around the fuel filter.
3. Relieve fuel pressure.
4. Remove the two 12 mm sealing bolts from the filter.
5. Remove the fuel filter clamp and fuel filter.
6. When assembling, use new washers, as shown.