Changing Fuel Filter???
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Changing Fuel Filter???
I THINK my fuel filter needs to be changed to a new one but ive never changed one before.i have a 95 250.when i take the two hoses off each end of the fuel filter will gas come pouring out?thanks
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Changing Fuel Filter???
Yes gas will come pouring out so get that bucket ready !
Make sure that the fuel system is relived of pressure by letting the truck sit for a few hours or over night before you remove the filter or you are going to get soaked with gasoline!
Make sure that the fuel system is relived of pressure by letting the truck sit for a few hours or over night before you remove the filter or you are going to get soaked with gasoline!
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Changing Fuel Filter???
relieve the fuel pressure by locating the schraeder valve. Looks like a tire valve. On 97 4.6, the valve is near the fuel rail, passenger side, about 3 spark plugs from the front of the truck. put a rag under the valve to catch the release. Buy a fuel filter release tool. You can get them in plastic or metal. Metal ones are what you want, cost only about $6. Wear safety glasses when you unhook the fuel filter. obviously, no smoking, etc. good luck. i havent changed fuel filter on a f250 but probably same setup as my 97.
