changing the fule filter

dr.gonzo! · June 4th, 2007, 02:04 PM

I know I have seen a very descriptive post on how to change the fule filter but I am unable to find it. sticky anyone?

ryans88gt · June 4th, 2007, 02:07 PM

Its super easy. The fuel filter is under the car above the axle. There are two plastic clips that pull out and then the lines slide off. Put new filter in and put the line and clips back on. You are sure to get some fuel splillage, so make sure the exhaust is cooled and you are not right under it when you pull the filter off.

dr.gonzo! · June 4th, 2007, 02:34 PM

someone had a way to discharge the gas in the line. I did this once in my dakota and the gas almost touched the lamp I was using and gas really doesnt taste good. and I wasnt right under neath it at an angle and to my luck there was enough pressure to make a big stream right on my neck

ryans88gt · June 4th, 2007, 04:25 PM

Originally Posted by dr.gonzo

someone had a way to discharge the gas in the line. I did this once in my dakota and the gas almost touched the lamp I was using and gas really doesnt taste good. and I wasnt right under neath it at an angle and to my luck there was enough pressure to make a big stream right on my neck

You can empty you tank and then empty the line by cycling the key repeatedly...but I doubt you'll get all the fuel out of the filter. Easier to just pull the lines with a bucket underneath.

Drick · June 4th, 2007, 07:12 PM

Yeah as long as you dont try doing it when its running it shouldnt dump that much fuel out.

I've changed alot of fuel filters and it only spils enough gas to get your hands wet

Tony_90fox · June 4th, 2007, 07:48 PM

There is a button in my hatch behind the interior that cuts off the fuel...I dont know if you have one or not.

Stangzilla · June 4th, 2007, 09:26 PM

Originally Posted by Tony_90fox

There is a button in my hatch behind the interior that cuts off the fuel...I dont know if you have one or not.

That button turns off the pump in case of an accident it does not depressurize the system. I think the stock fuel rails have a schrader valve that you can push to release the pressure. It looks like a tire valve there should be a little cap on it. Dont forget to put a rag over it when you push the pin with a small screwdriver. I just let the car sit for an hour or so and the pressure goes down by itself then remove the filter.. Also there is a good chance if you have never changed one before that you might break one or both of the clips that hold the lines in place. I think most filter except the real cheap one come with new clips.. Check on that though before you leave the parts store.

Stangzilla · June 4th, 2007, 09:27 PM

[quote="Tony_90fox"]There is a button in my hatch behind the interior that cuts off the fuel...I dont know if you have one or not.[/quote

oops...

June 4th, 2007, 02:07 PM	#2
ryans88gt MM Fanatic Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bloomington, IL Posts: 4,737 iTrader: 0 reviews	Its super easy. The fuel filter is under the car above the axle. There are two plastic clips that pull out and then the lines slide off. Put new filter in and put the line and clips back on. You are sure to get some fuel splillage, so make sure the exhaust is cooled and you are not right under it when you pull the filter off. __________________ 88 GT CHI headed 351w 10.8 @ 125 - still figuring it out. 03 Cobra 2.3 whipple 10.7 @ 129 - sold it 04 Mach 1 12.7 @ 109 mostly stock - sold it 89 LX procharged 302 515 hp 497 ftlbs 10.7 @130 mph - sold it

June 4th, 2007, 07:12 PM	#5
Drick Big timin' in a small town 2004 FX4 F150, 86 GT Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Gods country. Nordern Michigan eh Posts: 14,336 iTrader: 1 reviews	Yeah as long as you dont try doing it when its running it shouldnt dump that much fuel out. I've changed alot of fuel filters and it only spils enough gas to get your hands wet __________________ FX4 Crew Crew member #1 Don't take anything I say to heart, I don't try to come off as an asshole. It just happens

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Tony_90fox Banned Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Bowling Green, KY Posts: 3,803 iTrader: 0 reviews	There is a button in my hatch behind the interior that cuts off the fuel...I dont know if you have one or not. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] [B][U]MM Sapper Squad[/U][/B] [QUOTE=Regency 2007;1676187]MSO's stupidity has never stopped amazing me since the day he joined this forum.[/QUOTE]

June 4th, 2007, 09:27 PM	#8
Stangzilla MM Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: On my way to Baines's house!! Posts: 3,298 iTrader: 0 reviews	[quote="Tony_90fox"]There is a button in my hatch behind the interior that cuts off the fuel...I dont know if you have one or not.[/quote oops... __________________ Rotating The Earth 1320 Feet At A Time!! Today, I found out that when I masturbate at night while watching internet porn I cast a huge shadow on the curtain and the entire street is able to see it.

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