Fuel Filter
Post Fiend
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From: Stanton DE
You need a fuel line tool. No need to purge the system.
Just be careful, have plenty of rags and ware some eye protection when you do it.
It's a good idea to let the truck sit for a wile before doing it. So the fuel system is not fully pressurized.
Just be careful, have plenty of rags and ware some eye protection when you do it.
It's a good idea to let the truck sit for a wile before doing it. So the fuel system is not fully pressurized.
Cargo Master
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From: Cajun Country
I've been changing this style/type of filter on F150s for over 10 years now.No need to purge or let it sit.Just wear some safety glasses and have a rag or 2 available.I have it down to 5 minutes or less on my current F150. 
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Junior User
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I'll just have to get the tool. I just bought the truck like 3 months ago, it has 170K on it. I have no clue of when the fuel filter was changed before. I also need to flush the radiator. I thought about taking it to a shop and have it done.Thanks,Mark
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Yes, I need to flush the power steering unit. I have an add for $69.00 bucks to get it done. Is there a easy way to flush the PS?
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Elder User
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From: royal oak, mich
I bought a turkey baster and sucked out what I could then filled it up with full synthetic trans fluid. Did this till it was clear and it took only a quart to do it. Better power steering and no noise.
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Junior User
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I have seen in-line filters for the power steering.
Elder User
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From: royal oak, mich
Just cycle the steering wheel from lock to lock. Put a filter in the return line for max protection. There's a cleaner you can use before changing fluid to.
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Junior User
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Awesome, thanks! I have the turkey baster.....lol
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Also, which line is the return line?