Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire and personal injury when the fuel line is disconnected, cover the fuel line with a shop cloth to collect the fuel, and then place the cloth in an approved container.

Fuel Filter:

REMOVAL:

1. Raise vehicle.
2. Disconnect fuel lines from filter.
NOTE: Use a back-up wrench to prevent filter, O-ring, or fuel line damage.
3. Remove filter from vehicle.

INSTALLATION:

1. Install new filter in position loosely.
2. Using new O-rings, install fuel lines into filter.
NOTE: Use a back-up wrench to prevent filter, O-ring, or fuel line damage.
3. Torque line fittings to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
4. Secure filter to vehicle.
5. Lower vehicle.
6. "START" engine and inspect for leaks.

NOTE: Refer to FUEL PUMP/FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT for fuel strainer removal.