Fuel Filter: Service and Repair
FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: Inspect the fuel tank internally and clean the fuel tank if you find a restricted fuel filter.
1. Relieve the fuel system pressure.
2. Raise the vehicle.
3. Clean all the fuel filter connections and the surrounding areas before disconnecting the fuel pipes in order to avoid possible contamination of the fuel system.
4. Disconnect the threaded quick connect fittings from the fuel filter.
5. Remove the fuel filter bracket bolt.
6. Cap the fuel pipes in order to prevent possible fuel system contamination.
7. Slide the fuel filter from the bracket.
8. Inspect the fuel pipe O-rings for cuts, nicks, swelling, or distortion. Replace the O-rings if necessary.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Slide the fuel filter into the bracket.
2. Remove the caps from the fuel pipes.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Connect the quick connect fittings (1, 2) to the fuel filter.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Tighten the fuel filler cap.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
7. Use the following procedure in order to inspect for leaks:
7.1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF, for 2 seconds.
7.2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
7.3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
7.4. Inspect for fuel leaks.
8. Install the engine sight shield.