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Title: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: Auto Addict on 18 April 2007, 07:21:01

Do I just pull fuse 18 when the engine is running?

Will it help to clamp the inlet and outlet pipes to the fuel filter?

Going to attempt it today.

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: Bo Bo on 18 April 2007, 07:27:06

I just pulled the fuse but there was a small amount of leakage & fuel still in the filter.

I found the old clips really fiddley to get off properly but as the new filter came with new ones I just broke them off  ::)

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: Auto Addict on 18 April 2007, 07:43:40

Thanks :y

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: ians on 18 April 2007, 11:46:35

Hi chaps,

I need to do this soon as well.

I wasn't aware of the 'remove fuse 18 while engine running'
- what is that all about?

Cheers,

Ian

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: Auto Addict on 18 April 2007, 11:53:35

Removing fuse 18 whilst the engine is running depressurises the fuel system.

Well, what a simple job, don't know why I've been putting it off.

Car runs much better as well :y

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: ClarCE on 18 April 2007, 11:56:55

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Removing fuse 18 whilst the engine is running depressurises the fuel system.

Well, what a simple job, don't know why I've been putting it off.

Car runs much better as well :y

Is this the same on the V6's?  I also need to do mine.. after pulling the fuse (and forgive me if I'm being stupid) do I turn the ignition off?

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: Auto Addict on 18 April 2007, 11:59:20

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Removing fuse 18 whilst the engine is running depressurises the fuel system.

Well, what a simple job, don't know why I've been putting it off.

Car runs much better as well :y

Is this the same on the V6's?  I also need to do mine.. after pulling the fuse (and forgive me if I'm being stupid) do I turn the ignition off?

Yes and yes.

The engine will stall when you pull the fuse.

You will get a small amount of petrol out of the old filter when you remove it, keep it away from your eyes.

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: Bo Bo on 18 April 2007, 12:01:13

Well worth doing & if I can manage it; anyone can  :)

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: ians on 18 April 2007, 12:11:02

Right-ho . Job for the weekend sorted.    or maybe I'll do the AC lamps... decisions..

Thanks chaps.

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: ClarCE on 18 April 2007, 12:30:46

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Right-ho . Job for the weekend sorted.    or maybe I'll do the AC lamps... decisions..

Thanks chaps.

Both, you know you want to  ;)

Might be doing my Cams this weekend with some help from our very own Mr Wood, wish us luck  :o  :o  :D

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: nixoro on 18 April 2007, 12:34:31

Mr Wood :question

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: Bo Bo on 18 April 2007, 12:34:55

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Right-ho . Job for the weekend sorted.    or maybe I'll do the AC lamps... decisions..

Thanks chaps.

The filter only takes a few minutes, go for it  :y

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: r.welfare on 18 April 2007, 12:58:45

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Right-ho . Job for the weekend sorted.    or maybe I'll do the AC lamps... decisions..

Thanks chaps.

Ian, let me know how you get on shifting the clips...I tried to do mine a few weeks back, couldn't get the clips released at all!

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: Auto Addict on 18 April 2007, 13:04:07

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Right-ho . Job for the weekend sorted.    or maybe I'll do the AC lamps... decisions..

Thanks chaps.

Ian, let me know how you get on shifting the clips...I tried to do mine a few weeks back, couldn't get the clips released at all!

I first of all released the retaining strap around the filter, then, using a very small screwdriver, eased back the clips both sides.

Releasing the retaining strap first, enables you to twist the filter to get at both sides of the clips.

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: Markjay on 18 April 2007, 13:27:53

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Right-ho . Job for the weekend sorted.    or maybe I'll do the AC lamps... decisions..

Thanks chaps.

Ian, let me know how you get on shifting the clips...I tried to do mine a few weeks back, couldn't get the clips released at all!

I first of all released the retaining strap around the filter, then, using a very small screwdriver, eased back the clips both sides.

Releasing the retaining strap first, enables you to twist the filter to get at both sides of the clips.

Pictures...?


Anyway, well done AA  :y

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: The Barge Captain on 18 April 2007, 14:48:04

Ever tried doing this on a estate?  What a bar steward. >:(  Looks dead easy to reach on a saloon, The estate one is up between the diff and fuel tank.  Pig of a job.

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: ians on 18 April 2007, 15:47:06

No but I've got two to do :'( :'(

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: snappa on 18 April 2007, 16:28:40

Should a new fuel filter from a dealer come with the clips then cos mine didn't :-?

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: sounds2k on 18 April 2007, 16:37:59

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Should a new fuel filter from a dealer come with the clips then cos mine didn't :-?

didn't come with 'em when I got mine ... dealer had 'em in stock though, P/N 90542453 (get 2)

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: Auto Addict on 18 April 2007, 17:08:24

When I bought the filter, I asked for the clips at the same time.

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: JamesV6CDX on 18 April 2007, 17:36:51

What's all this about pulling fuse 18 then?

A facefull of pressurised petrol is a much better experience - ask Laidback ;D ;D

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: Auto Addict on 18 April 2007, 17:51:47

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What's all this about pulling fuse 18 then?

A facefull of pressurised petrol is a much better experience - ask Laidback ;D ;D

That's why everyone else pulls fuse 18 ;)

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: Bo Bo on 18 April 2007, 18:14:27

Forgot to say;
Leave the ignition on for a few secs before cranking after replacing the fuse to let the pump work & re-pressurise.....

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: Auto Addict on 18 April 2007, 18:47:20

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Forgot to say;
Leave the ignition on for a few secs before cranking after replacing the fuse to let the pump work & re-pressurise.....

Now he tells me :-?

 ;D

I did just that, actually, as I thought it would re-pressurise itself, started first time, might be in the mind but it seemed to run smoother :y

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: TheBoy on 18 April 2007, 21:47:49

Although sometimes you may be able to reuse the old clips, they often break, so get spare clips before starting... ;)

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: Taxi_Driver on 18 April 2007, 21:51:15

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Ever tried doing this on a estate?  What a bar steward. >:(  Looks dead easy to reach on a saloon, The estate one is up between the diff and fuel tank.  Pig of a job.

Well done AA  :y

Looks likes i will never being mine then  ;D Good job it runs on lpg 99% of time  :y

Title: Re: Fuel Filter Change
Post by: The Barge Captain on 19 April 2007, 13:11:31

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Ever tried doing this on a estate?  What a bar steward. >:(  Looks dead easy to reach on a saloon, The estate one is up between the diff and fuel tank.  Pig of a job.

Well done AA  :y

Looks likes i will never being mine then  ;D Good job it runs on lpg 99% of time  :y

Wuss