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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2000 🢒 Express 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 5.0L and 5.7L 🢒 In-Line Fuel Filter Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    Important: If the in-line filter is plugged, inspect the internal fuel tank, and clean the tank, if necessary.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
  2. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .

    3. Object Number: 34089 Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the fuel feed pipes (5) at the filter (4).
  4. Remove the attaching hardware from the in-line fuel filter clamp.
  5. Remove the clamp from the filter.

Installation Procedure
  1. Remove the protective caps from the new filter.
  2. Install the clamp to the filter.
  3. Install the attaching hardware to the in-line filter clamp. Install the hardware in the same positions as on the old filter noting the direction of fuel flow arrow.

    4. Object Number: 34089 Size: SH
  4. Connect the fuel feed pipes (5) to the filter (4) and tighten.
  5. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
  6. Inspect for fuel leaks.
    7. 6.1. Turn ON the ignition for 2 seconds.
    6.2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
    6.3. Again, turn the ignition to the ON position.
    6.4. Inspect for fuel leaks.