fuel filter replacement
08-10-2006, 04:22 PM
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fuel filter replacement
Hi, i have never changed a fuel filter, it looks pretty basic but i was wondering "technically" how to do it. Do you guys happen to know where find the fuel shut off switch so i dont get soaked with gas. Also any other bit of information i would need to know that you guys would like to share with me.
08-10-2006, 04:46 PM
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RE: fuel filter replacement
I don't even bother using the fuel shutoff switch, just make sure you expect gas to spill and have a rag handy, it's not like you will have a gallon coming out. you didn't specify the car, so it's hard to say what you will need to remove the filter. either a small screwdriver or the fuel filter tool. easy job.
08-10-2006, 04:46 PM
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RE: fuel filter replacement
the fuel shut off button is in your trunk on the left side behind a panel and the fuel filter is under the car by the fuel tank. Its a pretty simple installation, just make sure you have the little remover tools for the fuel filter. Im sure if u go to your local autoparts store they will have it there and im not sure how much they cost.
08-10-2006, 04:47 PM
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RE: fuel filter replacement
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Hi, i have never changed a fuel filter, it looks pretty basic but i was wondering "technically" how to do it. Do you guys happen to know where find the fuel shut off switch so i dont get soaked with gas. Also any other bit of information i would need to know that you guys would like to share with me.
Hi, i have never changed a fuel filter, it looks pretty basic but i was wondering "technically" how to do it. Do you guys happen to know where find the fuel shut off switch so i dont get soaked with gas. Also any other bit of information i would need to know that you guys would like to share with me.
08-10-2006, 04:49 PM
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RE: fuel filter replacement
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I don't even bother using the fuel shutoff switch, just make sure you expect gas to spill and have a rag handy, it's not like you will have a gallon coming out. you didn't specify the car, so it's hard to say what you will need to remove the filter. either a small screwdriver or the fuel filter tool. easy job.
I don't even bother using the fuel shutoff switch, just make sure you expect gas to spill and have a rag handy, it's not like you will have a gallon coming out. you didn't specify the car, so it's hard to say what you will need to remove the filter. either a small screwdriver or the fuel filter tool. easy job.
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08-10-2006, 04:52 PM
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RE: fuel filter replacement
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Just remember to keep open flames away from gas....
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ORIGINAL: redass02gt
I don't even bother using the fuel shutoff switch, just make sure you expect gas to spill and have a rag handy, it's not like you will have a gallon coming out. you didn't specify the car, so it's hard to say what you will need to remove the filter. either a small screwdriver or the fuel filter tool. easy job.
I don't even bother using the fuel shutoff switch, just make sure you expect gas to spill and have a rag handy, it's not like you will have a gallon coming out. you didn't specify the car, so it's hard to say what you will need to remove the filter. either a small screwdriver or the fuel filter tool. easy job.
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08-10-2006, 04:54 PM
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RE: fuel filter replacement
it's almost like free aftershave. you'll never smell more manly than when you smell like gasoline. [8D]
a decent rag or an old tshirt will catch it all, and then you can burn it in a trashcan or clean something with it.
a decent rag or an old tshirt will catch it all, and then you can burn it in a trashcan or clean something with it.
08-10-2006, 05:32 PM
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RE: fuel filter replacement
i didnt shut off any gas or nothing, that stuff is for whimps, just have plenty of bactine ready if things get outta hand. open your gas cap to release the pressure. I had a towel ready, only ounce or two went to the repair gods. The disconnect tool was like 5 bucks at AutoZone. it is literally a 5 minute job.......that took me 2 hours cause i didnt know i needed that f'n tool [:@]