Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

REMOVAL




1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the fuel pump splash shield.

WARNING: THE FUEL SYSTEM IS UNDER CONSTANT FUEL PRESSURE EVEN WITH THE ENGINE OFF. BEFORE DISCONNECTING ANY FUEL LINES, THIS PRESSURE MUST BE RELEASED.

3. Release the fuel system pressure.

NOTE: Place a shop towel around fuel lines to catch any excess fuel during disassembly.

4. Remove the fuel filter/pressure regulator fuel line (1).
5. Remove the fuel rail supply line (3) at the fuel filter/ pressure regulator.
6. Remove the fuel delivery hose.
7. Remove the fuel return hose at the fuel filter/pressure regulator.
8. Remove the clamp retaining screw and remove the fuel filter/pressure regulator.

INSTALLATION




1. Position the fuel filter/pressure regulator into the clamp, install the retaining screw and tighten.
2. Install the following hoses/lines in order:
1. The fuel return hose.
2. The fuel delivery hose.
3. The fuel rail supply line (3).
4. The fuel filter/pressure regulator fuel line (1).
3. Tighten the hoses/lines to the fuel filter/pressure regulator.
4. Install the fuel pump splash shield.
5. Lower the vehicle.