How do you change the fuel filter on a PT Cruiser?
Raise the tank in place with the transmission jack and bolt the straps on. Connect the filler, vapor and EVAP lines along with the electrical connector. Lower the car off the jack stands. Refill the fuel tank and reconnect the batter cable and fuel pump fuse. Replace the air filter housing.
Do you need to change the fuel filter?
Replacing the filter means replacing the pump module itself; if the filter is in bad condition, there’s a good chance the pump also needs replacing anyway. You will need to remove the tank to remove the pump module, and that means you must relieve the fuel system’s pressure.
How to replace fuel pump and fuel filter on an Onan?
1/4-inch diameter wood dowel (or another device, to plug the fuel line from the fuel tank) A short piece of plumber’s tape (to assure a good seal between the fuel pump and the filter) Knowing this ahead of time allowed me to take to my RV only the tools I would need, not a huge toolbox full of tools.
How is a fuel filter attached to a fuel pump?
I assembled the new fuel filter onto the new fuel pump making sure that the connection was sealed well with a piece of plumber’s tape. I pulled the short piece of fuel line off of the output of the old fuel pump and attached it to the output of the new fuel pump, using the same hose clamp.
What does the LS swap fuel filter and fuel pump kit include?
Includes Deluxe GM LS Swap Fuel Filter/Regulator, In-Line Hi-Pressure Fuel Pump, LS1/LT1 EFI Fuel Line Fitting and Vapor Guard Straight Hose End Electric fuel pump inlet fitting: 3/8″ hose barb, Electric fuel pump outlet fitting: 5/16″ Hose Barb Horsepower rating (naturally aspirated): 500 HP, 12 volts
Replacing the filter means replacing the pump module itself; if the filter is in bad condition, there’s a good chance the pump also needs replacing anyway. You will need to remove the tank to remove the pump module, and that means you must relieve the fuel system’s pressure.
Raise the tank in place with the transmission jack and bolt the straps on. Connect the filler, vapor and EVAP lines along with the electrical connector. Lower the car off the jack stands. Refill the fuel tank and reconnect the batter cable and fuel pump fuse. Replace the air filter housing.
How much does it cost to replace fuel pump filter?
The filter is about $20 and can be replaced in less than half an hour with basic tools. If the filter is restricted it will eventually, if not sooner, ruin the fuel pump. Putting off dealing with a problem often increases the cost significantly.