Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
The fuel filter is located under the rear of the car, rearward of the fuel tank. There is no service interval for the fuel filter replacement. Replacement is required only if the fuel filter becomes restricted.

IMPORTANT:
^ 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 fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure.
2. If metal collar quick connect fittings are used, Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Metal Collar).
3. Raise vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting in Service Precautions.
4. Disconnect the quick-connect fitting at the inlet of the in-pipe fuel filter.
5. Disconnect the threaded fitting at the outlet of the in-pipe fuel filter.
6. Drain any remaining fuel into an approved gasoline container.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Remove protective caps from new filter.
2. Install the fuel filter fitting using new O-ring in same position as old filter.
3. Connect the quick-connect fitting at the inlet of the in-pipe fuel filter.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Connect 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 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

5. Lower vehicle.
6. Tighten the fuel filler cap.
7. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
8. Check for fuel leaks.
8.1. Turn ignition to ON position for 2 seconds.
8.2. Then turn to OFF for 10 seconds.
8.3. Turn the ignition to ON position.
8.4. Check for fuel leaks.