Gas Spill During Filter Change??

[Donne Trav]

I presently have about 1/4 tank of gas in the '94's tank. I'll be doing my FIRST
fuel filter change over the weekend. How much GAS SPILLAGE should I expect
to have to deal with. Can I assume that it does reach a "dripping" point and
eventually coming to a stop? THANKS for your input.

 

[onedef92]

First, jack the car up high enough to access the filter.

Then, open the fuse panel access cover and remove the FUEL PUMP fuse.

Open the fuel cap to relieve pressure in the tank. Now, start the engine and let it run until it dies from fuel starvation.

Next, disconnect the negative battery terminal for safety purposes (you'll be working in close proximity to the frame rail, starter motor solenoid, and other areas that could create a spark from a wrench or other tool short-circuiting something if it touches it).

Place shop towels under the filter, then remove it. You can expect about 1/4 of a cup or less of fuel remaining in the line this way.

 

[Donne Trav]

First, jack the car up high enough to access the filter.

Then, open the fuse panel access cover and remove the FUEL PUMP fuse.

Open the fuel cap to relieve pressure in the tank. Now, start the engine and let it run until it dies from fuel starvation.

Next, disconnect the negative battery terminal for safety purposes (you'll be working in close proximity to the frame rail, starter motor solenoid, and other areas that could create a spark from a wrench or other tool short-circuiting something if it touches it).

Place shop towels under the filter, then remove it. You can expect about 1/4 of a cup or less of fuel remaining in the line this way.

Great and in-depth tip. THANKS SO MUCH. Now, if I can only locate the
FUEL PUMP FUSE. Could not find it before when looking on passenger side
FUSE PANEL. Thanks Again.

 

[Hib Halverson]

I've replaced the filter in my 95 several times.

First, I let the car sit over night or I release pressure in the system using the test connection surrounded by a rag.

With a quarter tank, once you jack the front of the car up high enough to get at the filter usually, only a small amount will leak.

I use a small drain pan under the filter to catch any leakage.

 

[minifridge1138]

I've replaced many fuel filters in many different cars and never had a serious problem with fuel leaking.
The system is under pressure, so when you first disconnect the filter there will be a small "gush".
You won't drain the tank, because the fuel pump is in the tank and acts as a plug unless it is running.

Pulling the fuse and running it until it dies is a good idea. I'll have to remember that.

 

[onedef92]

I've replaced many fuel filters in many different cars and never had a serious problem with fuel leaking.
The system is under pressure, so when you first disconnect the filter there will be a small "gush".
You won't drain the tank, because the fuel pump is in the tank and acts as a plug unless it is running.

Pulling the fuse and running it until it dies is a good idea. I'll have to remember that.

Work smarter, not harder, I always say...