changing fuel filter 04-08.
10-02-2010, 12:18 AM
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You can also depressurize the system by disconnecting an electrical connection behind a plastic dust cover on the frame rail below the drivers door. Mine however did not have the dust cover. There are three bundles of electrical connections you just disconnect one and start the truck. Once it stalls crank it for about 5 seconds tog et the last of the pressure out then you are ready to remove the filter. Do make sure you relieve the pressure otherwise you will have one hell of a mess. And yes it should be changed every 2 years or 30,000 miles I believe. I bought my truck used and when I changed mine it was rusted on the outside and deep in the cracks so it is best to keep an eye on it from time to time. Just check it every time you do an oil change your down there anywhere right?
10-17-2010, 11:27 AM
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I have a 97 F150 and the fuel filter looks to be the same. I rented the disconnect tool today and the rear fitting comes off no problem, but not the front. I've been screwing with it all day (lots of bad words), and Im debating on cutting off the short rubber hose where it connects to the steel line and replacing it with regular rubber fuel line and a few gear clamps.
Has anyone had this problem before? I cant understand why Ford would make it this way. Should be a replaceable part. The fitting appears to be crimped onto the rubber hose and same with where it connects to the steel line.
Has anyone had this problem before? I cant understand why Ford would make it this way. Should be a replaceable part. The fitting appears to be crimped onto the rubber hose and same with where it connects to the steel line.
10-19-2010, 01:58 PM
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Thanks for the write up. I tackled mine over the weekend and it was pretty simple. I priced this at Firestone and they wanted $90 bucks Vs. the $18 it took me to do it myself getting the parts at AZ. Saved me about $70. Thanks again!
10-20-2010, 11:55 AM
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Yes KSG807 I had a problem with that one also. Sounds like it is different in the first writeup. I ran out of day light , ended up cutting the old filter with some diagonal cutters and using some needle nose to get the old piece out. Easy..lol Maybe the next time I will figure out the right way to do it!!
04-18-2011, 03:27 AM
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I just made this real quick helping another member... I figured i would post it here also.. Hopefully it will help someoen
04-24-2011, 10:01 AM
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fuel filter
I own a 1987 f-150 supercab 4x4 with duel tanks with a 302 engine four speed trans. Could not find the fuel filter after looking several times. I know on some models, it's located on frame, on tank or drivers side between front tank and engine. I'm having a hard time finding it. would really appreciate the help if you could show me with a picture of exact location. Very frustrating.
05-02-2011, 11:22 AM
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To disconnect the clip on the engine side I used a old plastic pen. I took it apart and cut the shell down to about a inch and split it down the side. Worked great to release the clip. And what ever you do don't break the plastic clip on the other side. $18 at the dealer. Learned that one the hard way.
08-31-2011, 09:49 PM
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I have a 97 F150 and the fuel filter looks to be the same. I rented the disconnect tool today and the rear fitting comes off no problem, but not the front. I've been screwing with it all day (lots of bad words), and Im debating on cutting off the short rubber hose where it connects to the steel line and replacing it with regular rubber fuel line and a few gear clamps.
Has anyone had this problem before? I cant understand why Ford would make it this way. Should be a replaceable part. The fitting appears to be crimped onto the rubber hose and same with where it connects to the steel line.
Has anyone had this problem before? I cant understand why Ford would make it this way. Should be a replaceable part. The fitting appears to be crimped onto the rubber hose and same with where it connects to the steel line.