Removal Procedure
Important: Important there is no service interval for in-pipe fuel filter replacement.
Only replace the in-pipe fuel filter if it is restricted.
- Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure
- Raise the vehicle.
- Remove the in-pipe fuel filter bracket attaching screw and the
in-pipe fuel filter bracket.
- Remove the quick-connect fittings. Refer to Servicing Quick Connect Fittings
- Drain any remaining fuel into an approved gasoline container.
- Remove the in-pipe fuel filter.
Installation Procedure
- Remove the protective caps from the new in-pipe fuel filter.
- Install the new plastic connector retainers on the in-pipe fuel
filter inlet and outlet pipes.
- Install the quick-connect fitting at the inlet of the in-pipe
fuel filter. Refer to Servicing Quick Connect Fittings
- Align the in-pipe fuel filter bracket on the frame with the brake
pipe mounting bracket and install the in-pipe fuel filter bracket attaching
screw.
Tighten
Tighten the in-pipe fuel filter bracket attaching screw to 27 N·m
(20 lb. ft.)
- Lower the vehicle.
- Tighten the fuel tank filler pipe cap.
- Install the negative battery cable.
- Inspect for fuel leaks through the following steps:
8.1. | Turn the ignition switch to the ON position for two seconds. |
8.2. | Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position for ten seconds. |
8.3. | Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. |
8.4. | Check for fuel leaks. |