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I checked my fuel pressure regulator and no oil squirted out could that mean my fuel filter is clogged. i already changed the fuel pump and that wasn't the problem

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So what is the problem? What is the fuel pressure? why was the fuel pump replaced? do you hear it running? Theres no way OIL could ever come out of a Fuel Pressure Regulator. You should ALWAYS replace the filter when replacing the pump. Some Saturns have the regulator built into the filter.

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  2. You dont have to relieve your fuel systems pressure because your jeep has an automatic bleeder.
  3. Remove the fuel tank assembly.
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Fig. Fig. 5: Remove the fuel filter/pressure regulator retaining clip from the top of the assembly


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Fig. Fig. 6: Replace the old fuel filter/pressure regulator mounting gasket

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To install:


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Fig. Fig. 7: Check the condition of the fuel filter/pressure regulator O-rings

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