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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 10:28 PM
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Fuel Filter Removal

I have a 2003 F250 and replacing the fuel filter for the first time. I have these weird clips that I can't figure out how to take off. I tried to pinch it together but that wouldn't work and then I noticed that the part that actually clipped around the fuel filter steel tube has a pointed end that went back up the fuel line. How do I get these off?
 
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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 11:17 PM
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You must have a gasser, not a diesel. I believe you can get the tool for removing those type of clips at most decent auto parts stores.
 
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Old Jul 24, 2008 | 12:15 AM
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Here is the drawing of the clips. I can't figure out how to remove them.
 
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Old Jul 24, 2008 | 03:18 AM
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any auto parts store sells them..they are round plastic things..various sizes..they fit over the line then press up into the retaining spring then you pull it apart..they run like $10 for the set.
 
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Old Jul 24, 2008 | 01:11 PM
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And a little secret to getting them off is to push the fitting towards the fuel filter, THEN insert the plastic unlock tool.
 
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