Yes, changing the fuel filters can help with mpg because if it is clogged it lowers the level of power which in essence means you drive harder, and it could also mean that if it is clogged and not getting the fuel that it need the computer will richen the mixture which decreases the gas mileage.

If it is feeling sluggish, it would be wise to change the filters

 

How many miles?

 

It can cause mileage issues, yes. If you don`t know, just change it, they`re cheap.

 

Totally agree - change it! cant go wrong... Ken

 

130k miles, actually 129, but still. never know if it has been changed or last changed. i've personally put on 25 k miles on the car.

i know what im doing tomorrow!

 

May as well throw some plugs and wires on too. Wouldn't hurt.

 

did the plugs at 120k. wires are fine

 

 

It seems the fuel filters are all that is left

 

that, and tinting my windows! its hot here in cali!

 

Ooh, that should be a nice look! I can't wait to see how it turns out.

 

sub my build thread. im updating it tonight. but ill have tint in 2 weeks prolly

 

Good deal. I just subbed so I will comment once you post up the pics

 

Also for future reference, a clogged fuel filter will make your pump work harder and shorten its life, so it's best to change it if there is a question of integrity

 

I agree here from my first comment. You can't go wrong with changing them.

 

dont mean to Hi-jack the thread, but I got a questioned related to fuel filters, that has always made me think about it.

Say someone is mad at you and they seek revenge by pouring sugar in your gas tank. Would the fuel filter stop any sugar from going into the enjectors, engine, ext?

 

^ I think they did that on mythbusters and the sugar didnt hurt anything. They also tried bleach and mothballs. Neither hurt the engine (Short term anyway) except for the bleach which rusted the inside of the tank. The sugar would likely dissolve in the gas so the filter wouldnt help.

 

If you are hearing the pump more than usual, that is definitely not good. If you are changing it tonight, it should still be alright. IMHO the fuel filter should get changed every 2 years max. At least on cars with a seperate filter like ours, the in tank units longer because of the cost and work involved. Just some cheap insurance against costly repairs.

 

I agree here. Maintaining the fuel filters can only assist the cars health and gas mpg. If they get too clogged it can cause and lot of issue and cost!

 

If you continue to have problems with the fuel pump this link might be of use to you based on the ratings:

noisy fuel pump - Ford Forums - Mustang Forum, Ford Trucks, Ford Focus and Ford Cars

 

Yeah it does, it should be changed every 15k miles

03cristian

 

All this filter talk, which brand is best? I run mobil 1 for oil, but what about the inline fuel filter?


Trust me, I'm a doctor.

 

I use motor craft

03cristian

 

I run a napa fuel filter. I really wanna get a motorcraft and cut them both open and see the difference.

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How about Bosch?


Trust me, I'm a doctor.

 

I swapped mine out for a motorcraft roughly 9,000 miles ago. I only saw slight gains in MPG.

 

i changed mine.. and my O2's... got exhaust.. spark plugs... no difference in my gas mileage at all.


I guess my car's just a bi-polar bitch when it comes to MPG.

 

Motorcraft...on my GT I have a Purolator, Advance didn't have a Motorcraft piece. Not gonna be a big difference here with brands...

And 15k for a fuel filter is too often. Not necessary to change it so frequently. I'm pretty sure Ford calls for it at every 60k.

Edit: Unless the filter is causing restriction in the gas flow, you won't notice an increase in MPG when replacing it. Older engines get worse gas mileage than when they were brand spanking new. This is just reality. Sure, there are tons of things you can do to help keep it up, but the main thing is you right foot, unless there's really an issue someplace. Just don't expect 39mpg....I had to.

 

I havent changed my fuel filter since i bought the car and still get 24mpg... maybe my car is a freak?

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