Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

NOTE: Perform Fuel System Pressure Release before proceeding.

Service and Repair

Fuel Filter And Components:

1. Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
2. Remove the eye bolts while holding the fuel filter nuts securely.

CAUTION: Cover with a shop towel to avoid gasoline splashing.

3. Remove the fuel filter mounting clamp bolt, then remove the fuel filter from the clamp.

NOTE: Be careful not to lose the flat washers. These washers function as gaskets and must be present on re-assembly to prevent leaks.

4. Torque the fuel filter at the fuel filter line to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs).
5. Torque the fuel filter at the high pressure hose to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs).
6. After replacing the fuel filter, check for fuel leaks with the system pressurized (ignition key "ON").