How to change the Fuel Filter

[harrisg]

Would it be worth disconnecting the fuel pump fuse/relay and cranking over the engine a couple of times to release the pressure in the fuel lines? If so, where is the fuse/relay located?

 

[samnorfolk]

How do you actually remove the clip around the filter??

 

[samnorfolk]

And the fuel is leaking from the point where the inlet pipe connects to the filter, some pics are here
http://s1084.photobucket.com/user/Sam_Norfolk/media/IMG_0625.jpg.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

 

[Skyrocket]

You make #3 sound so easy.

 

[YOG]

You make #3 sound so easy.

Probably was, back in 2007! :grin:

 

[Skyrocket]

Probably was, back in 2007! :grin:

Fair point. Is there a technique that I should know about?

I've spent hours trying to get them off without causing [too much] damage to the clips.

I was the last one to change this filter just 2 years ago, and it was a breeze.

 

[YOG]

Rumour has it PlusGas/WD40 helps:
https://www.projectpuma.com/viewtopic.php?t=30487

I would use a pair of needle nose pliers, to squeeze the tabs in gently, after spraying.

 

[Skyrocket]

I believe there are some special pliers that are designed for this type of job with a clawlike pincer grip.