Where is the fuel filter located?

1986 FORD RANGER
89,000 MILES
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MARRINER1
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I have a 1986 ford ranger XL with duel tanks. It just now has a problem starting. Some times it starts and runs for a few seconds and then stops.
Some times it will not start.
I think I need to change the fuel filter but cannot find where it is.
Jan 11, 2012 at 10:36 AM
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HMAC300
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what engine is it?
check on the carb if you have one if it's a 2.8 or 2.0 that is where it is.
Jan 11, 2012 at 1:05 PM
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HMAC300
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check for pressure and volume as well. also check the carb for a bad floatif it's a carb
Jan 11, 2012 at 1:06 PM
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MARRINER1
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The engine is 2.9 fuel injection.
Jan 11, 2012 at 2:17 PM
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HMAC300
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the closest year i cold find is a 1992 but it should be similar with yours. look on the left frame rail by the tank or fuel valve.
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Jan 11, 2012 at 4:14 PM
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