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I have a 2002 Explorer XLT with the 4.0 L. It has 42,000 miles so far. When do you recommend changing the fuel filter? I was thinking it might be a good ida pretty soon.
i have an 02 explorer and i get mine changed about every 15,000 miles...some people say that they never have to be replaced but im **** about everything being clean...the owner's manual states 15,000....get it changed it cost maybe $20.
I changed my filter recently after 30,000 miles of service as part of regular maintenance (no performance problems). I don't know how clogged it was, but a bunch of particulate material came out. I think I will change mine a little more often. I try to use better gas at newer stations, but dirt seems to get in anyway. I would say after 45,000 you are due for a new filter.
you guys do the change yourself or dealer? if yourself, any help on it's exact location (with pics?) and maybe a quick write-up on how you did it. my is overdue for a change and want to get to it....thanks in advance!
The filter is located under the driver on the frame. You must go under the car on your back and look up to get to it. It is a round metal can about the size of a soda can with a hoses on each side.