Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

WARNING: Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury. Because of the combustion characteristics of gasoline, always use extreme care when removing and installing any fuel system component.

REMOVAL
1. Perform the fuel pressure release procedure. Service and Repair
2. Remove push connect fittings at both ends of the fuel filter.
3. Install retainer clips in each connect fitting.
4. Remove fuel filter from bracket by loosening worm gear mounting clamp enough to allow fuel filter to pass through.





INSTALLATION
1. Install fuel filter in bracket, ensuring proper direction of flow. Locate the fuel filter against tab at lower end of bracket.

NOTE: The flow arrow direction should be positioned forward and downward to ensure proper flow of fuel through replacement fuel filter.

2. Install push connect fittings at both ends of fuel filter.
3. Tighten worm gear mounting clamp to 1.7-2.8 Nm (15-25 lb in).
4. Start engine and inspect for leaks.