Removal Procedure
Tools Required
J 34730-1A Fuel Pressure Gauge
Important: There is no service interval for in-line fuel filter replacement. Only
replace the in-line fuel filter if it is restricted.
- Relieve the fuel system
pressure. Refer to the
Fuel Pressure Relief
.
- Raise the vehicle.
- Remove the quick-connect fitting at the fuel feed pipe (3). Refer
to
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
- Remove the threaded connection (2) at in-line fuel filter.
Important: Inspect the O-ring on fuel filter outlet pipe for cracks or damage.
Replace as required.
- Inspect the fuel lines, O-rings for cuts, swelling, cracks, and distortion.
Replace the lines as required.
- Inspect the fuel return line (4).
- Inspect the fuel vent pipe (1).
- Drain any remaining fuel into an approved gasoline container.
Installation Procedure
Notice: Always re-attach the fuel lines and fuel filter with all original type
fasteners and hardware.
Do not repair sections of fuel pipes.
- Remove the protective
caps from the new in-line fuel filter.
- Install the new plastic connector retainers on the in-line fuel
filter inlet and outlet.
Install the new plastic connector retainers in the same position as
on the old in-line fuel filter.
- Install the quick-connect
fitting (3) at the inlet of the in-line fuel
filter. Refer to
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
Important: Make sure that the O-ring is installed on the outlet pipe before installing
the pipe
- Install the threaded connection (2) at the in-line fuel filter.
Tighten
Tighten the in-line fuel filter outlet nut to 30 N·m (22 lb ft)
using a back-up wrench in order to prevent the nut from turning.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Tighten the fuel tank filler pipe cap.
- Install the negative battery cable.
7.1. | Turn the ignition switch ON for 2 seconds. |
7.2. | Turn the ignition switch OFF for 10 seconds. |
7.3. | Turn the ignition switch ON |
7.4. | Check for fuel leaks. |