How do you change a fuel filter on a 1999 Ranger 3.0?

 

Welcome to FTE!

Since I recently changed the fuel filter on my '98, I'll try and make some sense out of it for you.

Ford uses so-called "quick-connect" fittings on your model Ranger, so you are going to need a special tool in order to pull the lines off the filter. The tool I used looks like this and can be found for under 10 bucks at most autoparts stores:

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First off, my '98 has metal safety clips that go over the fittings which must be removed before the tool can be used on the filter stems/fittings. These safety clips pulled right off.

Then for each side, I enclosed the 5/16" end of the tool around the stem of the filter where the line is connected to the filter, making sure the "duck bill" part of the tool is facing away from the filter and is beginning to slip under the lip of the fitting. Then I used a large but short screwdriver to help pry the tool (and the fitting) away from (and eventually off) the filter while pulling the line away from the filter at the same time.

This procedure worked very well for me.

P.S. Don't forget to relieve the fuel pressure before you go at the filter, and make sure you have a rag ready since the filter and lines will still have a little bit of fuel left over in them.

 

Great. Isaw that tool but wasn't sure how to use it.

Thanks.

 

look here https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/s...d.php?t=264329 I just replaced mine last weekend. Make sure you know if you have the flex-fuel or non-flex-fuel engine as it will determine which filter you need

RC