Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

WARNING: This procedure involves working with parts associated with gasoline delivery. Even though the gasoline may be drained from the parts, some gasoline and/or gasoline vapors may remain. Do not smoke or bring parts into an area where an open flame or spark could ignite the gasoline or gasoline vapors. Serious bodily injury may result if gasoline or vapors ignite. When service procedures involve gasoline suitable fire extinguishing equipment should be available in the area.

Electric Fuel Pump And Fuel Gauge Connectors:

1. Disconnect the fuel pump harness connector at the rear of the fuel tank.
2. Start and run the engine until it stalls, then turn the ignition switch to OFF.
3. Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
4. Connect the fuel pump harness connector.





5. Remove the flare nuts while holding the fuel filter nuts securely.

CAUTION: Cover with a shop towel to avoid gasoline from splashing.





6. Remove the fuel filter mounting clamp bolt, then remove the fuel filter from the vehicle.

7. After replacing the fuel filter, check for fuel leaks with the system pressurized (ignition key ON).


Line nut torque: 30 - 40 Nm (22.1 - 29.5 ft. lb.)