fuel filter
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If you don't have a service manual, then I would recommend one. There are few things you'll need to know about bleeding the pressure down in the fuel system first and the technique to get the whole assembly out to get to the filter. The first time is a pain, even when following the service manual, but it is doable. I got pretty good at it recently when changing my fuel filter due to a couple of "rookie" mistakes in getting it all back together properly. If you have basic "wrenching" skills, you'll be fine. Good luck with it, and post any more questions you may have.
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RE: fuel filter
Yeah, with the service manual in hand I changed out my filter in about an hour. Before I attempted I obtaining the listed parts plus a couple of extra fuel line clamps and an oetiker crimper for the clamps. Everything went pretty smooth. I had to figure out how to release the fuel pump mechanism from its swing arm to pull the whole assemble out of the tank 'cause the manual was somewhat vague in describing the procedure. But, it wasn't too difficult. Just push down on the fuel pump with a long, narrow screwdriver and the fuel sender float and fuel pump will swing up out of the way. This assembly is spring loaded against a locking cam. Pushing down frees up the cam and it will swing. Be careful and don't bend anything.
On reassembly, getting the fuel line to slide up on the nipples before clamping was the hardest part. I used a little oil to make things easier though. Overall, a pretty easy job. With the money I saved in labor, I got to buy lots of beer. Now I get to sit back and enjoy the fruits of my labor. Next time will be a breeze.
On reassembly, getting the fuel line to slide up on the nipples before clamping was the hardest part. I used a little oil to make things easier though. Overall, a pretty easy job. With the money I saved in labor, I got to buy lots of beer. Now I get to sit back and enjoy the fruits of my labor. Next time will be a breeze.
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