Caution: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Caution in the Preface section.

Important: Inspect the fuel tank internally and clean the fuel tank if you find a restricted fuel filter. Refer to Fuel System Cleaning .

1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief .
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

Notice: Clean all of the following areas before performing any disconnections in order to avoid possible contamination in the system:

•	The fuel pipe connections

•	The hose connections

•	The areas surrounding the connections

Important: The quick connect retaining clips will remain with the fuel filter.




3. Disconnect the quick-connect fittings from the fuel filter. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
4. Cap the fuel pipes in order to prevent fuel loss and possible fuel system contamination.



5. Pry open the locking tabs (3), only enough to slide the fuel filter (2) from the fuel filter bracket.
6. Drain any remaining fuel into an approved container.
7. Discard the fuel filter (2) into an approved container.

1. Slide the fuel filter (2) into the fuel filter bracket, until the locking tabs (3) are fully engaged.
2. Remove the caps from the fuel pipes.



3. Connect the quick connect fittings to the fuel filter. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Inspect for leaks.

5.1.	Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds.

5.2.	Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.

5.3.	Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

5.4.	Inspect for fuel leaks.