Where is the fuel filter on a 2004 GMC Truck?
Look for the fuel filter on a 2004 or newer model and there may be a surprise. These vehicles and millions of others, no longer have an external fuel filter. Instead they have moved the fuel filter inside the fuel tank. On the GM truck and SUV models mentioned the fuel filter is available only with a new fuel pump.
What happens if the fuel filter is too restricted?
If the filter restricts too much fuel, the fuel pump cannot provide enough volume to the injectors. Lowered fuel volume will reduce power and may cause the engine to hesitate, misfire or stall. One typical example of a restricted fuel filter is a vehicle that cuts out or loses power driving up an incline, such as a bridge.
Can a plugged fuel filter cause a transmission problem?
Fuel flow is small at an idle and much heavier under an engine load. The plugged filter most often causes a problem when demand for flow is high. People sometimes misinterpret symptoms of a fuel filter problem as a transmission problem. Lowered fuel pressure, from a restricted filter, may cause the transmission to shift erratically or not at all.
Is it possible to replace your own fuel filter?
With simple hand tools the average vehicle owner replaced their own filter. Where’s the fuel filter? The Chevrolet Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, Avalanche and GMC Sierra and Yukon are very popular vehicles. Until 2003 the fuel filter was easily replaceable by most enthusiasts.
Where can I find filters for Mercedes Benz?
You can find all different kinds of filters here at Mercedes Benz Parts Center for when you need to make replacements. Description: Active body control. Description: 8 speed. Description: E300. C220. E320. 190, 260. C230, c280. All models. 300sd, s350 turbo. 400se, 400sel, s420.
What is the part number for an oil filter?
Part Number: 246-377-24-00 Other Names: Oil Filter Replaces: 246-377-03-95, 246-377-14-00 Description: A220. 7 speed.
What happens if you have a bad fuel filter?
A bad oil or fuel filter will cause worsening engine performance, sputtering of the engine, a loss of engine pressure or dirty exhaust. A cabin air filter that needs to be replaced often causes a bad odor in the car’s interior.