Fuel Filter Change

[Bradt]

Ok, up next on my list of things to do is my fuel filter. I know where, how, and why to do it, but I never have. It's always been something I left to "the pros". Any advice on things I should look out for, or any special techniques you guys want to share before I crawl under there?

Thanks,

Brad

 

[VegasBronco]

Yeah, make sure the connectors can come off without a tool. I've got an '89 bronco and a '96 Explorer that I've changed filters on. I know for sure the '96 needs it, but I can't remember about the bronco. If you've got a Chilton or Haynes manual, it'll say. The tool's only a couple of bucks anyway...go ahead and get the one that works on A/C systems too. Oh, and bleed off the fuel pressure...while running, trip the inertia switch behind the parking brake release. The engine will stall and quit. Other than that, it shouldn't take too long. Good Luck

 

[dblue351]

All I can say is watch out. Gas will come out of it!

 

[Bradt]

Thanks Vegas. I forgot about the pressure.

I am ready for the gas. Got 2 golf tees to plug the ends when I take them off, and an oil pan in case I'm slow with it.

If anyone thinks of anything else let me know. Go time is tomorrow morning at about 10 AM Eastern. Gotta be done to go watch the Dawgs beat the Gators!

Brad

 

[88pimpin]

Some people use screwdrivers. Golf tees I don't think are thick enough.

I'm wondering, too. I guess I could look for the fuel pump fuse, if there is one. On my Cougar there were harnesses I could disconnect behind the trunk carpeting. I don't think I have a fuel shut-off switch.

When you take off the hose, have a towel wrapped around it. That way if it splatters, it won't get on you. Don't forget you'll have fuel coming out both sides, the hose and the filter. I didn't have too much come out. I could've had a drain pan beneath it to catch the gas. I think it was just a fluid ounce or two.

 

[Bradt]

Wooden golf tees will work fine. Gas will melt plastic so you could get in trouble that way.

I've got an old rubber sheet I use under the truck when I'm draining fluids or doing anything that can get crap in the driveway. You know the things you put on a baby's bed to protect the mattress? They work great, and the corners are fitted so all the spilled fluid doesn't flow out when you pull it out from under. That and a drain pan was all I needed. Once I got started I realized it would take longer to plug it than just hooking up the other one.

Brad