Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

Fuel Filter Replacement:

Removal

1. Relieve fuel system pressure.
2. Disconnect negative battery cable.
3. Raise vehicle on hoist.
4. Remove filter bracket attaching screw and filter bracket.
5. Remove Quick-connect fittings (see "Servicing Quick-Connect Fittings").
6. Remove fuel filter.

Installation

1. Remove protective caps from new filter.
2. Install new plastic connector retainers on filter inlet and outlet pipes.

^ Install in same position as on old filter.

3. Install Quick-connect fittings (see "Servicing Quick-Connect Fittings").
4. Align fuel filter bracket on frame with brake line mounting bracket and install filter bracket attaching screw.
5. Tighten fuel filler cap.
6. Connect negative battery cable.

Inspection

^ Turn ignition switch to "ON" position for two seconds, then turn to "OFF" for ten seconds. Again turn to "ON" position, and check for fuel leaks.