Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT




1. Bleed the residual pressure from inside the fuel line. (Refer to On-vehicle Service.)
2. Remove the air intake hose and canister.
3. Hold the fuel filter with an adjustable wrench and remove the eye bolt. Then remove the high-pressure fuel hose.

CAUTION: As there will be some pressure remaining in the fuel pipe line, cover it with a rag to prevent fuel from spraying out.




4. Hold the fuel filter with an adjustable wrench and loosen the flare nut. Then disconnect the main pipe connection.
5. Remove the fuel filter.
6. When installing the fuel filter, use a new gasket, and tighten the flare nut of the high-pressure fuel hose and the main pipe to the specified torque.
7. After installation, check that there are no fuel leaks.
1. Apply battery voltage to the fuel pump drive terminal to operate the fuel pump. (Refer to On-vehicle Service.)
2. Check for leaks when fuel pressure is applied.