Whats the proper way to replace fuel filter.
#1
Whats the proper way to replace fuel filter.
I'm gonna replace the fuel filter and would like to know the proper way. Some tips and tricks would be nice also. Thanks Ken
#2
Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: The Wet Coast of British Columbia, Canada
Posts: 327
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Here you go changed mine a few months ago easy job
https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/...2V+fuel+filter
https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/...2V+fuel+filter
#3
Registered User
well not so much so but its easier. This is how i do mine, i get a filter wrench first of all, then climb up on the bumper. I reach over and undo the WIF sensor, which really is the hardest part. once that is undone, i get the filter wrench and bend it to where it tightens the filter TURNING IT TOWARDS the front of the engine till it loosens. then simply remove it. Remove the old filter and old gasket ring and put the new one on there. The installation of the new filter is simply the inverse, screw the new filter on, Now u can prime the system manually when its on there, OR u can fill it half way with diesel. I manually prime the system. Tighten up the filter at least a 3/4 turn, then if u didnt fill it with diesel, prime ur truck and start her up. She might run a little rough till the air comes out, but thats to be expected..
What helps alot. ZIP tie the ends of ur vaccum line connectors, It will make the job much easier and no worries about losing loose ends of vaccum lines that came undone in the process...
Hope this helps.. ive gotten this job down to between 5 and 10 minutes....
with practice it becomes second nature..
Rick
#5
Long arms are a must for this,
well not so much so but its easier. This is how i do mine, i get a filter wrench first of all, then climb up on the bumper. I reach over and undo the WIF sensor, which really is the hardest part. once that is undone, i get the filter wrench and bend it to where it tightens the filter TURNING IT TOWARDS the front of the engine till it loosens. then simply remove it. Remove the old filter and old gasket ring and put the new one on there. The installation of the new filter is simply the inverse, screw the new filter on, Now u can prime the system manually when its on there, OR u can fill it half way with diesel. I manually prime the system. Tighten up the filter at least a 3/4 turn, then if u didnt fill it with diesel, prime ur truck and start her up. She might run a little rough till the air comes out, but thats to be expected..
What helps alot. ZIP tie the ends of ur vaccum line connectors, It will make the job much easier and no worries about losing loose ends of vaccum lines that came undone in the process...
Hope this helps.. ive gotten this job down to between 5 and 10 minutes....
with practice it becomes second nature..
Rick
well not so much so but its easier. This is how i do mine, i get a filter wrench first of all, then climb up on the bumper. I reach over and undo the WIF sensor, which really is the hardest part. once that is undone, i get the filter wrench and bend it to where it tightens the filter TURNING IT TOWARDS the front of the engine till it loosens. then simply remove it. Remove the old filter and old gasket ring and put the new one on there. The installation of the new filter is simply the inverse, screw the new filter on, Now u can prime the system manually when its on there, OR u can fill it half way with diesel. I manually prime the system. Tighten up the filter at least a 3/4 turn, then if u didnt fill it with diesel, prime ur truck and start her up. She might run a little rough till the air comes out, but thats to be expected..
What helps alot. ZIP tie the ends of ur vaccum line connectors, It will make the job much easier and no worries about losing loose ends of vaccum lines that came undone in the process...
Hope this helps.. ive gotten this job down to between 5 and 10 minutes....
with practice it becomes second nature..
Rick
#7
Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Northwest, Minnesota USA
Posts: 1,629
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Not a good idea to prefill a fuel filter unless you absolutely know the stuff is 10 micron filtered.
An easy way to fill the filter cannister is to crack the fuel line to the pump and use a broom handle to push the primer button until fuel appears. If you don't crack the line a lot of air gets pushed into and trapped in the injection pump.
No it is not fun punching the primer button, but at least you can reach it from the top. My Espar blocks access and I have to lay on my back and reach up.
An easy way to fill the filter cannister is to crack the fuel line to the pump and use a broom handle to push the primer button until fuel appears. If you don't crack the line a lot of air gets pushed into and trapped in the injection pump.
No it is not fun punching the primer button, but at least you can reach it from the top. My Espar blocks access and I have to lay on my back and reach up.
Trending Topics
#9
Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: The Great White North
Posts: 7,129
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
#10
Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: SunnyVale Trailer Park
Posts: 1,668
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Guys , don't be pre-filling the filter with ANYTHING, unless you like replacing IP's and swapping scored or plugged injectors... if unfiltered fuel was OK to go through there , the OEM would not have put a filtration system on the vehicle...
DEFINETLY do not use ATF, even as an additive , it is designed NOT to burn.
DEFINETLY do not use ATF, even as an additive , it is designed NOT to burn.
#11
If you have access to a compressor, take a rag an with the air hose, stuff it in the filler tube, crack the bleeder on top of the filter, start adding air, 10 psi, no more, to the tank. All you have to do is wait.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
CACalomino
3rd Gen Engine and Drivetrain -> 2003-2007
4
09-30-2011 08:25 AM
wvfarmboy54
12 Valve Engine and Drivetrain
2
04-25-2010 10:04 PM
dieselfan
24 Valve Engine and Drivetrain
8
01-23-2007 06:26 PM
dieselfan
2nd Gen. Dodge Ram - No Drivetrain
9
11-11-2006 06:44 PM