Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

Fuel Filter Components:

FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT
1. Reduce the internal pressure of the fuel pipes and hoses by completing the following operations:
a. Disconnect the fuel pump harness connector.
b. Start and run the engine until it stalls, then turn the ignition switch to OFF.
c. Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
d. Connect the fuel pump harness connector.

Fuel Filter Mounting Bolts:

2. Remove the eye bolts while holding the fuel filter nuts securely.
CAUTION: Cover with a shop towel to avoid gasoline from 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 to the main fuel line.

Torque value:
18 - 25 ft.lbs. (25 - 35 Nm)

5. Torque the fuel filter to the high pressure hose.

Torque value, 2WD:
18 - 25 ft.lbs. (25 - 35 Nm)

Torque value, 4WD:
22 - 29 ft.lbs. (30 - 40 Nm)

6. After replacing the fuel filter, check for fuel leaks with the system pressurized (ignition key ON).