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Old 03-11-2013, 03:04 AM
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my car had sat overnight i had zero pressure. I cant believe how easy it was and that i actually paid the shop 30$ to do it last time.
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Old 03-11-2013, 08:41 AM
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On my 96, you just use a screwdriver to pry the little white clips up and then the hose will slide off the filter. Was your year the same way or did you need a special tool?
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Old 03-12-2013, 02:44 PM
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Originally Posted by MaxxRPM
On my 96, you just use a screwdriver to pry the little white clips up and then the hose will slide off the filter. Was your year the same way or did you need a special tool?
+1, they must of changed it in 98 or 99.
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Old 03-13-2013, 01:59 PM
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No need to relieve pressure...fuel line tool is a must though
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Old 03-17-2013, 06:24 PM
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+1 for Chubstang. I pulled the filler cap and disconnected the battery.
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Old 03-17-2013, 06:25 PM
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Oh yeah, it only took about 15 minutes, I also used the disconnect tool.
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