Removal Procedure
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 the
Fuel Pressure Relief
.
- Raise the vehicle.
- Remove the quick-connect fitting at the fuel feed line (2). Refer
to
Servicing Quick Connect Fittings
.
- Remove the threaded connection (5) at in-line fuel filter (1).
- Inspect the fuel lines, O-rings for cuts, swelling, cracks, and
distortion. Replace the lines as required.
- Inspect the fuel return line (3).
- Inspect the fuel vent pipe (4).
- Drain any remaining fuel into an approved gasoline container.
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.
- Install the new plastic connector retainers in the same position
as on the old in-pipe fuel filter.
- Install the quick-connect fitting (2) at the inlet of the in-pipe
fuel filter. Refer to
Servicing Quick Connect Fittings
.
- Install the threaded connection (5) at the in-line fuel filter
(1).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Tighten the fuel tank filler pipe cap.
- Install the negative battery cable.
8.1. | Turn the ignition switch ON for 2 seconds. |
8.2. | Turn the ignition switch OFF for 10 seconds. |
8.3. | Turn the ignition switch ON |
8.4. | Check for fuel leaks. |