Fuel filter

AMmuslGT · April 8th, 2009, 02:34 PM

my car has 18000 miles. i had to get a new battery from ford cuz mine was all effed up.. they called me and told me i should get a new fuel filter too and it was going to be 60 bucks. i told them no i don't want one cuz i don't have 60 bucks. do i really need a new one and is this something i could do myself for cheaper than 60 bucks?

07 STROKER · April 8th, 2009, 02:40 PM

we have fuel filters? where are they located? besides the bottom of the pickup tube in the tank.

AMmuslGT · April 8th, 2009, 02:41 PM

i have no idea lol. this is what ford told me. i know he didn't say fuel pump cuz it can't be going out already

06GTMustang89 · April 8th, 2009, 02:47 PM

It's in the middle of the vehicle under the car running in the fuel line under the drivers seat. And it is A LOT cheaper to do it yourself its like a 10$ part..im pretty sure the service manual in your glovebox says to change it at 30K miles...

I have 21K miles on my car and have been running 93 octane since 7K and shes been fine...im gonna change it at 25K and be done with it for awhile

AMmuslGT · April 8th, 2009, 02:53 PM

cool thanks thats what i wanted to know. repped!

AMmuslGT · April 8th, 2009, 02:55 PM

it won't let me

i shall do it later

2006GTARPD3 · April 8th, 2009, 03:17 PM

Originally Posted by 06GTMustang89

It's in the middle of the vehicle under the car running in the fuel line under the drivers seat. And it is A LOT cheaper to do it yourself its like a 10$ part..im pretty sure the service manual in your glovebox says to change it at 30K miles...

I have 21K miles on my car and have been running 93 octane since 7K and shes been fine...im gonna change it at 25K and be done with it for awhile

I need to do that, im curious as to where to get the part and how to do the change. Im at work so I cant look it up.

NastyFX4 · April 8th, 2009, 03:39 PM

Just buy a Motorcraft fuel filter. Jack up car. Unbolt plastic shield on driver's side frame rail. The fuel filter will be looking at you in the eyes. Just squeeze the green clips with a rag in your hand for when the gas spills out onto your face. Than put the new one in. Pay attention to the flow arrows !!

06GTMustang89 · April 8th, 2009, 04:02 PM

jahudso2 · April 8th, 2009, 04:17 PM

It is a pretty simple procedure, but it is really hard to get the stupid filter out off of the line. I changed mine at 15k and i used a filter i bought from the ford service department for like 20 bucks. You have to use a lot of force to get the filter out b/c as you try to pull off of one side, it connects it more on the other side. That probably doesn't make sense now, but you will soon find out. Good luck. Oh also, make sure to pull the fuse for the fuel pump and try to start your car until it runs out of fuel. If you dont, the fuel line will still be under pressure when you try to remove the filter and gas will go everywhere.

UrbanRedneck · April 8th, 2009, 04:39 PM

I think the service interal for our fuel filters is 15k miles. Seems abnormal, since most cars are 30, but it is what it is. But like others said, it's a $10-15 part and takes 10 minutes to change.

2006GTARPD3 · April 8th, 2009, 04:44 PM

Could I clamp the lines so fuel wouldnt spit out?

06GTMustang89 · April 8th, 2009, 04:45 PM

Originally Posted by 2006GTARPD3

Could I clamp the lines so fuel wouldnt spit out?

NO! its a metal line if you clamp it you might as well have bought a new line...do not clamp it...not that much fuel comes out anyway just change her quickly..

2006GTARPD3 · April 8th, 2009, 04:48 PM

Ok so pull the fuel pump fuse, take off plastic cover, unclip lines, clip new one in quickly replug fuel pump fuse.

UrbanRedneck · April 8th, 2009, 05:08 PM

they are actually vinyl lines, but either one cannot be clamped.

The idea behing pulling the fuel pump fuse is that you can do that and run the engine untill it dies, thus relieveing pressure in the line. If you aren't afraid of a little gas you don't have to do that, just be ready for a good spurt to come out when you pull the line off.

NastyFX4 · April 8th, 2009, 05:16 PM

It's not that much gas. Just use a rag and have a back up one ready.

beefmobile · April 8th, 2009, 05:31 PM

im doing this today

silverstang · April 8th, 2009, 05:36 PM

funny I ran across this post, I JUST did mine not 10 minutes ago hahaha, we were slow at work so I pulled my car in and put it on the rack. If im not mistaken the motorcraft fuel filter was like 24 bucks for a regular customer, 12 bucks for me.

2006GTARPD3 · April 8th, 2009, 05:53 PM

Pics of the plastic cover so I know its the right thing, or is it labeled?

silverstang · April 8th, 2009, 06:30 PM

its the long black plastic cover that is right under the drivers door on the bottom of the car. Couple of 10mm bolts and nuts, and some push pins. It covers the fuel lines.

April 8th, 2009, 02:34 PM	#1
AMmuslGT Baby Punchin' Champ 2008 Mustang GT I have a toy Pony. He takes Big shits Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Gilbert, Az Near phoenix Posts: 1,866 iTrader: 0 reviews	Fuel filter my car has 18000 miles. i had to get a new battery from ford cuz mine was all effed up.. they called me and told me i should get a new fuel filter too and it was going to be 60 bucks. i told them no i don't want one cuz i don't have 60 bucks. do i really need a new one and is this something i could do myself for cheaper than 60 bucks? __________________ Mods In garage

April 8th, 2009, 02:40 PM	#2
07 STROKER MM's resident Juice head 07 Mustang GT Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: PA Posts: 7,933 iTrader: 0 reviews	we have fuel filters? where are they located? besides the bottom of the pickup tube in the tank. __________________ The MGW short throw shifter Its not just a shifter...It's a lifestyle!

April 8th, 2009, 02:41 PM	#3
AMmuslGT Baby Punchin' Champ 2008 Mustang GT I have a toy Pony. He takes Big shits Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Gilbert, Az Near phoenix Posts: 1,866 iTrader: 0 reviews	i have no idea lol. this is what ford told me. i know he didn't say fuel pump cuz it can't be going out already __________________ Mods In garage

April 8th, 2009, 02:47 PM	#4
06GTMustang89 MM Fanatic 2006 Mustang GT 6spd 12.61@109mph Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 3,181 iTrader: 0 reviews	It's in the middle of the vehicle under the car running in the fuel line under the drivers seat. And it is A LOT cheaper to do it yourself its like a 10$ part..im pretty sure the service manual in your glovebox says to change it at 30K miles... I have 21K miles on my car and have been running 93 octane since 7K and shes been fine...im gonna change it at 25K and be done with it for awhile __________________ JLT CAI: KOOKS LT's: Comp NSR II's: 4.56's: TR6060: Steeda LCA, UCA: QA1's: Roush rear springs...see garage for more.

April 8th, 2009, 02:53 PM	#5
AMmuslGT Baby Punchin' Champ 2008 Mustang GT I have a toy Pony. He takes Big shits Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Gilbert, Az Near phoenix Posts: 1,866 iTrader: 0 reviews	cool thanks thats what i wanted to know. repped! __________________ Mods In garage

April 8th, 2009, 02:55 PM	#6
AMmuslGT Baby Punchin' Champ 2008 Mustang GT I have a toy Pony. He takes Big shits Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Gilbert, Az Near phoenix Posts: 1,866 iTrader: 0 reviews	it won't let me i shall do it later __________________ Mods In garage

April 8th, 2009, 03:39 PM	#8
NastyFX4 Made in U.S.A. 2011 F150 FX4 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 15,022 iTrader: 8 reviews	Just buy a Motorcraft fuel filter. Jack up car. Unbolt plastic shield on driver's side frame rail. The fuel filter will be looking at you in the eyes. Just squeeze the green clips with a rag in your hand for when the gas spills out onto your face. Than put the new one in. Pay attention to the flow arrows !! __________________ NastyStang's Garage Sale!!

April 8th, 2009, 04:02 PM	#9
06GTMustang89 MM Fanatic 2006 Mustang GT 6spd 12.61@109mph Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 3,181 iTrader: 0 reviews	__________________ JLT CAI: KOOKS LT's: Comp NSR II's: 4.56's: TR6060: Steeda LCA, UCA: QA1's: Roush rear springs...see garage for more.

April 8th, 2009, 04:17 PM	#10
jahudso2 Regular Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 68 iTrader: 0 reviews	It is a pretty simple procedure, but it is really hard to get the stupid filter out off of the line. I changed mine at 15k and i used a filter i bought from the ford service department for like 20 bucks. You have to use a lot of force to get the filter out b/c as you try to pull off of one side, it connects it more on the other side. That probably doesn't make sense now, but you will soon find out. Good luck. Oh also, make sure to pull the fuse for the fuel pump and try to start your car until it runs out of fuel. If you dont, the fuel line will still be under pressure when you try to remove the filter and gas will go everywhere.

April 8th, 2009, 04:39 PM	#11
UrbanRedneck Hardcore Enthusiast 2008 Mustang GT 13.124@105.52 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,138 iTrader: 1 reviews	I think the service interal for our fuel filters is 15k miles. Seems abnormal, since most cars are 30, but it is what it is. But like others said, it's a $10-15 part and takes 10 minutes to change. __________________ Hurst Crew Member #20 2008 GT - ARH, C&L, Hurst, BORLA, BMR, Bilstein, FRPP, Axle Exchange. Awesome.

April 8th, 2009, 04:44 PM	#12
2006GTARPD3 Golf Pencil Kawk Juggler 2006 Mustang GT 509RWHP/450RWT Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: NY Posts: 2,395 iTrader: 0 reviews	Could I clamp the lines so fuel wouldnt spit out? __________________ Procharger D-1SC Kit - Pypes O/R H - FRPP Stingers Team Ricer GT Co-Founder

April 8th, 2009, 04:48 PM	#14
2006GTARPD3 Golf Pencil Kawk Juggler 2006 Mustang GT 509RWHP/450RWT Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: NY Posts: 2,395 iTrader: 0 reviews	Ok so pull the fuel pump fuse, take off plastic cover, unclip lines, clip new one in quickly replug fuel pump fuse. __________________ Procharger D-1SC Kit - Pypes O/R H - FRPP Stingers Team Ricer GT Co-Founder

April 8th, 2009, 05:08 PM	#15
UrbanRedneck Hardcore Enthusiast 2008 Mustang GT 13.124@105.52 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,138 iTrader: 1 reviews	they are actually vinyl lines, but either one cannot be clamped. The idea behing pulling the fuel pump fuse is that you can do that and run the engine untill it dies, thus relieveing pressure in the line. If you aren't afraid of a little gas you don't have to do that, just be ready for a good spurt to come out when you pull the line off. __________________ Hurst Crew Member #20 2008 GT - ARH, C&L, Hurst, BORLA, BMR, Bilstein, FRPP, Axle Exchange. Awesome.

April 8th, 2009, 05:16 PM	#16
NastyFX4 Made in U.S.A. 2011 F150 FX4 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 15,022 iTrader: 8 reviews	It's not that much gas. Just use a rag and have a back up one ready. __________________ NastyStang's Garage Sale!!

April 8th, 2009, 05:36 PM	#18
silverstang Hardcore Enthusiast 2007 Mustang GT Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: BFE Posts: 2,821 iTrader: 0 reviews	funny I ran across this post, I JUST did mine not 10 minutes ago hahaha, we were slow at work so I pulled my car in and put it on the rack. If im not mistaken the motorcraft fuel filter was like 24 bucks for a regular customer, 12 bucks for me. __________________ Bassani Crew Member #3

April 8th, 2009, 05:53 PM	#19
2006GTARPD3 Golf Pencil Kawk Juggler 2006 Mustang GT 509RWHP/450RWT Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: NY Posts: 2,395 iTrader: 0 reviews	Pics of the plastic cover so I know its the right thing, or is it labeled? __________________ Procharger D-1SC Kit - Pypes O/R H - FRPP Stingers Team Ricer GT Co-Founder

April 8th, 2009, 06:30 PM	#20
silverstang Hardcore Enthusiast 2007 Mustang GT Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: BFE Posts: 2,821 iTrader: 0 reviews	its the long black plastic cover that is right under the drivers door on the bottom of the car. Couple of 10mm bolts and nuts, and some push pins. It covers the fuel lines. __________________ Bassani Crew Member #3

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