Filter fuel installation

Since the pump did not operate, the pressure in the fuel line and most of the excess fuel in there will be relieved, making it safe to perform your filter change. The filter is directional, which means that fuel must enter and exit in a specific direction.

Now, remove the filter by undoing the clamps or couplings on either end. Make sure you have a bucket handy to catch excess fuel that spills out and cap the fuel tank side of the rubber line to prevent any further leaks.

Remove the filter and install the new one in the same position as the old one. Armed with some knowledge and possibly a specialized wrench to help remove the filter, you can do this at home in your driveway with minimal fuss. Photo courtesy of Flickr. Know How.

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Your email address will not be published. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Skip to content Every driver on the road shares at least one common concern; getting the best fuel mileage they can. Injection vs. Carburation Before you dive in, you should first know how fuel is delivered to the engine. Location, Location, Location With carburetors, the fuel filter can be found under the hood by following the fuel line backward from the carb.

Under Pressure In a carbureted engine, the filter is easily removed by undoing a clamp on either end of the filter, whereas in fuel injected setups the lines are pressurized and will need to have the pressure relieved first. Which Way The filter is directional, which means that fuel must enter and exit in a specific direction. Portable Generators. Energy Storage Systems. Commercial Generators.

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