Changed Fuel Filter - Won't Start
03-10-2014, 01:21 AM
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Changed Fuel Filter - Won't Start
I have a 2006 XLT 4x2 with the small V8. I changed the fuel filter today without issue. There was no leaking from the filter. I started the vehicle and it ran fine; however, I didn't let it run long. Now, I can't get the truck to start. I keep turning the key into auxiliary for a second and then turning it off... I think I have air in the fuel lines. I have gotten it close to starting but haven't gotten it to start. Any suggestions? Thank you!
03-10-2014, 01:40 AM
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I have a 2006 XLT 4x2 with the small V8. I changed the fuel filter today without issue. There was no leaking from the filter. I started the vehicle and it ran fine; however, I didn't let it run long. Now, I can't get the truck to start. I keep turning the key into auxiliary for a second and then turning it off... I think I have air in the fuel lines. I have gotten it close to starting but haven't gotten it to start. Any suggestions? Thank you!
If yes cycle the key about 8-10 times. Then try start it
03-10-2014, 01:59 AM
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x2 on key cycling. I always do it 3 times and then crank. Never an issue.
If installed the proper way, make sure you didn't use the flex fuel filter by mistake, part #fg-1083. But it should not fit on it or cause it to not operate.
If installed the proper way, make sure you didn't use the flex fuel filter by mistake, part #fg-1083. But it should not fit on it or cause it to not operate.
03-10-2014, 03:15 AM
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I installed the Duralast Fuel Filter (Part #: FF686DL). I double checked the filter direction. It is facing the correct way. I've cycled it multiple times over the amount mentioned in previous posts. A few times the engine was on the cusp of firing but it never did. I would think the air would be completely out of the lines by now... Could it be something other than air in the fuel lines?
03-10-2014, 08:07 AM
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was there plastic caps on the fuel filter? if one of those got pushed into the fuel line it would prevent starting...
if you have been cranking for awhile its a good idea to charge the battery up
if you have been cranking for awhile its a good idea to charge the battery up
03-11-2014, 09:29 AM
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Changing a fuel filter shouldn't prevent an engine from starting. I would remove the motor side hose from the new filter and cycle the key to run (not start) to see if you have fuel flow through the filter. It's possible you have air trapped in the fuel rail. If you're good there, with help, remove the air filter and spray a light spray of ether into it and try and start it. You can also use WD-40 as a start fluid. It's just less effective but less volatile. Good luck
Last edited by Marc D; 03-11-2014 at 09:42 AM. Reason: More info.