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Mar 9, 2004 | 04:04 PM

95BlackF150

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Fuel Filter

Is there a special tool needed to remove the lines from the filter i slid off the L shapped clips that were on each side but didn't act like it wanted to come off

Mar 9, 2004 | 05:57 PM

downdeephuskyjerk

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yeah you need a special tool ....they are cheap not only do they not cost much but they are junk....broke two different styles...ended up using a small screwdriver and needle nose pliers to get the little clips out from inside....then just replaced the clips....good luck

Mar 9, 2004 | 09:30 PM

1982fordf100

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We bought an aluminum disconnect tool. Its for 5/16 fuel line and it works great. Its about 2 inches long and has a little rubber band on it to keep pressure on it. Good luck Fred

Mar 12, 2004 | 06:00 AM

MrOldV8

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I've used two types of tools for the fuel filter...the metal sissor type and the cheap plastic rings. I like the ring-type better. Remember to bleed-off any fuel pressure from the schraeder valve on the fuel rail before you start...also have a coffee can to catch the gas from the lines, and DON'T have a drop light near the gas or you could start a fire. You have to push the ring into the filter...push the line into the filter...hold the ring in place...then pull the line out. Kinda hard to explain, but it will almost fall apart if you do it right. No tool is needed to replace the lines...just push em in til they click.

MR

Mar 12, 2004 | 10:49 AM

TallPaul

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My fuel filter is wedged between the aux. fuel tank and the frame rail. Pain in the neck to change. I pay the service center to change it. Well worth the $40 plus part. Don't really care for a face full of fuel.

I will do the Aerostar and E350 motorhome which are easy with the plastic clips and open access. Still the fuel drippage is a major hassle.

Mar 16, 2004 | 08:47 AM

low-side

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Easy way to depressurize the fuel system: switch to the front tank, crawl underneath and remove the electrical clip from the front tank, and crank the engine like you're trying to start it. It will catch a little, then not at all. This way, you don't have to worry about fuel spraying all over your engine compartment.

Mar 16, 2004 | 09:25 AM

TallPaul

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Mine are depressurized simply by letting them sit overnight, but there is still fuel in the filter that drains out. I heard you can trip the inertia switch to cut power to the tanks and then run it dry. Either way, would that eliminate the dripping fuel too? That would be worth while.