How often do i need to replace my fuel filter?

For fuel filter replacement. The gas tank does NOT need to be removed. After removing the rear (second row) seats and carpet, the fuel filter and pump are reached through a screwed on access cover in the floor. Draining the tank isn't necessary. A special spanner wrench is needed to remove the filter/pump assembly.
This filter replacement looks relativly easy, even following safty precautions and system pressure relief, and a less then $20.

hi Robert.
How often do you need to change your fuel filter? Always check your owner's manual to see what the vehicle manufacturer's recommended guidelines are for fuel filter replacement. Sources online estimate filters should be replaced as soon as every 20,000 up to 40,000 miles or more.
What are the symptoms of a bad fuel filter?Symptoms of a bad fuel filter. One typical example of a restricted fuel filter is a vehicle that cuts out or loses power driving up an incline, such as a bridge. Under load, fuel demand increases and a clogged fuel filter reduces the needed flow. As the fuel filter gets dirty, the fuel pump works much harder.
How do you fix a clogged fuel filter?Clean Filter. Spray the filter on each side with carburetor cleaner and then tap it against a hard surface to knock debris loose. Repeat the process several times until the fuel filter is in acceptable condition. Let the filter dry for one hour and then reinstall it.
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From remote site, it is hard to tell what is the root cause, and change pump was done in proper order -- you should post the problem before replacing fuel pump.
Here is what I will do, assume you can do a little by yourself.
Changing fuel filter should be easy by disconnect fuel hose (pipe) from the fuel filter . Since ASE mechanic did job in your house, I assume the old fuel filter is still in your hand. Change it back (replace new filter with your older one) to see if your car will work as before. This supposed to be done before replacing the fuel pump.
If older filter works, then you knew the new filter is the root cause. This could be resolved by replacing another new filter. If the problem appear again, leave the new filter in for over night to see if the new filter will work on the next day (you could use exiting new filter to avoid buying another filter, unless you will get a different brand one). If not, the choice is to use older one for a while when trying figure why new filter does not work.

If old filter does not wok either, then something is in forwarding fuel line between fuel filter and fuel ejection system. Then, that section needs to be cleaned. Assume the pressure is measured at connection between forwarding line and fuel filter.

your vechicle has frame mounted inline filter,fuel filter mounts to the frame above the rear of the fuel tank, the fuel tank has to be loosen and lower down enough to replace fuel filter.first thing you need to do before replacing fuel filter,you need to relief fuel pressure by removing fuel pump relay in the power distribution center.

Do you know for sure that the fuel pump failed or do you have a bad relay? If the fuel pump relay is good no you don't need to replace it. The fuel pump unit comes with the sending unit and a sock filter. I would replace the inline fuel filter when you replace the pump. In line fuel filters need to be replaced every 36000 miles. If that filter starts to plug up it makes the pump work harder which leads to premature failure.

the fuel filter its located in fuel tank, to replace you have to remove fuel tank

The things which you will need while replacing the fuel filter are

G7399 Fram Fuel Filter
Small bucket
Ratchet
Socket set

If the fuel filter is mounted inside the fuel tank at the pump it does not need replacing and is a permanent filter. All you have to do it follow the fuel lines from the fuel tank to the engine. If the filter is mounted in the fuel line you will find it.

Hi,

Regarding Fuel Filter - Under vehicle, driver side, below seating area, front of fuel tank, mounted on chassis in fuel line.

A device located in the fuel line to remove impurities from the fuel before it enters the carburetor or injector system.

INSPECTION

Fuel filters can be located in a fuel line, in the tank, in a carburetor, or in any combination of these. A carburetor often has a filter behind the fitting at its fuel inlet.



A carburetor inlet filter. Courtesy of General Motors Corporation, Service Technology Group. Fuel filters that are installed on the outlet side of a fuel pump are called outlet filters.



An external fule filter. Courtesy of General Motors Corporation, Service Technology Group. Engine heat causes fuel to vaporize, which can result in vapor lock in the filter. Some fuel filters have vapor return lines to allow for expanding vapors and fuel to return to the tank.




A fuel filter with a vapor return outlet. Courtesy of AlliedSignal Automotive Aftermarket. Fuel injection systems require larger, heavier duty filters than carburetors. They filter out smaller particles of dirt while still allowing the pump to supply a substantial amount of fuel.


REPLACE

Fuel filters and elements are serviced by replacement only. Some vehicle manufacturers recommend fuel filter replacement at 30,000 miles (48,000 km). Always replace the fuel filter at the vehicle manufacturer's recommended mileage.
The fuel filter replacement procedure varies depending on the make and year of the vehicle and the type of fuel system. Always follow the filter replacement procedure in the appropriate service manual. The photo sequence below shows a typical procedure for relieving fuel pressure and removing a fuel filter.
Removing a Fuel Filter on an EFI Vehicle



Disconnect the negative cable at the battery.



Loosen the fuel tank filler cap to relieve any fuel tank vapor press

Connect the fuel pressure gauge to the Schrader valve.




Install the free end of the gauge bleed hose into an approved gasoline container, and open the gauge bleed valve to relieve the fuel pressure.