GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Caution: Gasoline or gasoline vapors are highly flammable. A fire could occur if an ignition source is present. Never drain or store gasoline or diesel fuel in an open container, due to the possibility of fire or explosion. Have a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher nearby.

  1. Keep a shop cloth and a container ready to capture any spilled fuel.
  2. Loosen the fuel filler cap.
  3. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
  4. Firmly grasp the fuel filter and remove both of the bolts at the fuel line fittings.
  5. Loosen the fuel filter retaining strap.
  6. Remove the fuel filter from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

  1. Remove the protective caps from the new filter.
  2. Install the filter in the retaining strap noting the direction of the flow that is indicated on the filter.
  3. Install the new filter in the same position as the old filter.

  4. Clean the fittings on both of the fuel lines and on both of the bolts.
  5. Install/tighten the bolts at the fuel line fittings.
  6. Tighten the fuel filter bracket mounting bolt.
  7. Tighten the fuel filler cap.
  8. Crank the engine for a few seconds (if the engine starts, turn off the engine) and then check for any fuel leaks.