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Fuel Filter Replacement



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Warning: 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.
Warning:  Refer to Safety Goggles and Fuel Warning .

Warning:  Refer to Fuel Vapors in Evaporative Emission Components Warning .

Preliminary Procedures

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .


1


Fuel Filter Assembly Retainer

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure

1. Connect a rubber hose to the retainer pipe to minimize the fuel spill.
2. Release the fuel filter draining plug with a suitable screwdriver.
3. Drain the fuel filter assembly.


2


Fuel Filter Assembly Cap

1. Release the fuel filter assembly cap using a spanner.
2. Remove the fuel filter assembly cap.

Tighten
25 N·m (18 lb ft)


3


Fuel Filter

Caution: Do not use a screwdriver or punch to remove the seal. Using a screwdriver or punch to remove the seal may damage the aluminum housing sealing surface.

Procedure

Install a NEW fuel filter assembly cap gasket.

 

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