Changing gas filter
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Changing gas filter
Can someone walk me through the process of changing the gas filter on a 94 explorer? I've read the hayes manual, but it doesn't give a good description of exactly how to take the old filter off. Also, I know that there is a tool needed to do this. Does anyone know the size of the fitting needed?
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Just ask around at the local auto store. The tool usually has several different sizes. It basically clamps around the fuel line and then you push it up into the connecter between the filter and the line and the filter pops right off. However, it is a pain in the but, the filter is not the easiest thing to get off. You'll see what I mean when you try it. Note: be sure to depressurize your fuel system before you do this, otherwise you're gonna eat a lot of gas.
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I tried changing my filter today, was told by the guy at the parts store the the hose just pulls off. I'm aware of the specail tool now that I have damaged the connections at the end of the high presure hose. I thought since the filter was less than 10$ and they wanted 50$ to install it I would give it a try. Well now I will take it to a garage. I fear what this will cost. I wish people that work at autoparts stores didn't give wrong advise! I'm puzzled on what to do. Any advice?
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IT IS A PAIN BUT I GOT THE TOOLS TO TAKE IT OFF DOWN AT MY LOCAL PARTS STORE AND THEY ARE HARD TO GET OF BC OF THE RUST AND CRUD IN THE CONNECTIONS YOU JUST HAVE TO TWIST THE TOOL AROUND UNTILL THE STUFF IS OUT TO BE ABLE TO OPEN THE LOCK RINGS SO YOU CAN GET THE HOSE OFF BUT DONT USE A THIN PLASIC CUP TO HOLD THE FILTER AND SPILLED GAS BC IT WILL MELT(HAPPEND TO ME) HOPE THE HELPS A LITTLE
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Thanks for the info. Wish I knew of this tool before I started!
I have the fuel line wired to the frame holding it snug into the filter for a temorary fix. I also gooped up the fuel line with gasket sealer (RTV red.) I plan to get it to a gargage tommorow. Vehicle is running again. Just got to clean my coveralls because I took a bath in gasoline yesterday ! I showered and I still smell like gasoline! Thanks again !
I have the fuel line wired to the frame holding it snug into the filter for a temorary fix. I also gooped up the fuel line with gasket sealer (RTV red.) I plan to get it to a gargage tommorow. Vehicle is running again. Just got to clean my coveralls because I took a bath in gasoline yesterday ! I showered and I still smell like gasoline! Thanks again !
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my 97' explorer sport recently had the idler, tensioner and belt replaced. when we got the truck back the thermastat was not working either. we replaced the thermastat the other day and it was running great... except for the belt was still screaching at start up ever since we had the other work done. however, later yesterday we had problems starting or should i say keeping the truck going... it starts but, unless we keep our foot on the gas it dies right out. we thought maybe it could be water in the gasline. so we added gasline antifreeze and tried to run it. even after an hour driving it is still stalling out unless we keep our foot on the gas. so, the other thing we thought was maybe the fuel filter... does anyone in this thread know if a fuel filter could cause this problem?
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Hey SMLY,
I had the same thing happen when I replaced the belt and alternator on my '97 X. Had no problems before I began the work.
After asking around, I found out that the "memory" for the idle gets wiped out once the battery has been disconnected for a long period.
After a few weeks of driving the vehicle, it smoothed out just fine.
I had the same thing happen when I replaced the belt and alternator on my '97 X. Had no problems before I began the work.
After asking around, I found out that the "memory" for the idle gets wiped out once the battery has been disconnected for a long period.
After a few weeks of driving the vehicle, it smoothed out just fine.
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Originally Posted by smly
my 97' explorer sport recently had the idler, tensioner and belt replaced. when we got the truck back the thermastat was not working either. we replaced the thermastat the other day and it was running great... except for the belt was still screaching at start up ever since we had the other work done. however, later yesterday we had problems starting or should i say keeping the truck going... it starts but, unless we keep our foot on the gas it dies right out. we thought maybe it could be water in the gasline. so we added gasline antifreeze and tried to run it. even after an hour driving it is still stalling out unless we keep our foot on the gas. so, the other thing we thought was maybe the fuel filter... does anyone in this thread know if a fuel filter could cause this problem?
it sound more to me it would be the idle air controler just my 2 cents
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Here’s a tip which helped me when I replaced the filter on my brothers 94 Ranger. Start the engine and give the inertia switch a hard hit, this shuts off the fuel pump and the engine should sputters and turn off. This makes removal of the filter a breeze, since there is little fuel or pressure in the lines. Other than that it was easy, just make sure you have the filter flow arrow pointing toward the engine.
Good luck,
Joe
Good luck,
Joe
Last edited by rollinXplorer; Dec 27, 2004 at 11:01 PM.