Could you please tell me where the fuel filter is located?

Tiny
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Could you please tell me where the fuel filter is located?

Thanks
Tuesday, February 17th, 2009 AT 12:22 PM

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Tiny
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Hello, check underneath at the rear, may be on driver side.


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Tuesday, February 17th, 2009 AT 12:39 PM
Tiny
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Where is the fuel filter located?
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Monday, July 1st, 2019 AT 5:19 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Under vehicle, driver side, below seating area, front of fuel tank, mounted on frame rail in fuel line. Here is a guide to help you change it out.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-a-fuel-filter

Please run down this guide and report back.
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Monday, July 1st, 2019 AT 5:19 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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I have no problems but I need to know when to change it and where it is, thanks, areed [fuel filter]
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Monday, July 1st, 2019 AT 5:19 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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The fuel filter is located on the fuel feed pipe, between the fuel pump and the fuel injectors. The paper filter element (2) traps particles in the fuel that may damage the fuel injection system. The filter housing (1) is made to withstand maximum fuel system pressure, exposure to fuel additives, and changes in temperature. There is no service interval for fuel filter replacement. Replace a restricted fuel filter


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Monday, July 1st, 2019 AT 5:19 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Check on the frame-rail by driver side rear tire. The database showed a picture, but, no orientation, it just said under the vehicle. Removing the tire in question may give you a better look, be safe.

I didn't see a mileage spec for replacing the fuel filter, maybe your owners manual has that info? Make sure there is no pressure on the system before taking any fuel lines loose.
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Monday, July 1st, 2019 AT 5:19 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Where is the fuel filter located on 2001 buick century?
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Monday, July 1st, 2019 AT 5:19 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Welcome,

Here is a guide to help you see what you are in for when doing the job.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-a-fuel-filter

You will need to jack the car up

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/jack-up-and-lift-your-car-safely

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers
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Monday, July 1st, 2019 AT 5:19 PM (Merged)
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Need to know fuel filter location.
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Monday, July 1st, 2019 AT 5:19 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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The fuel filter is located in the fuel feed line attached to the underbody, directly in front of the fuel tank.


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Monday, July 1st, 2019 AT 5:19 PM (Merged)
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were is the fuel filter located
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Monday, July 1st, 2019 AT 5:19 PM (Merged)
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Fuel Filter Mounting


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_filter_1.jpg



The filter is mounted near the fuel tank on the left side frame rail.
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Monday, July 1st, 2019 AT 5:19 PM (Merged)
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How to replace a fuel filter?
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Saturday, December 21st, 2019 AT 12:55 PM (Merged)
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REMOVAL PROCEDURE


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Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure. NOTE: Refer to Cover and Plug Openings Notice in Service Precautions. IMPORTANT: Always maintain cleanliness when servicing fuel system components.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Disconnect the quick-connect fitting at the inlet of the fuel filter.
Remove the threaded nut fitting at the outlet of the fuel filter.
Drain any remaining fuel into an approved gasoline container.


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Remove the fuel filter mounting bracket bolt.
Remove the fuel filter and the mounting bracket.
Remove the fuel filter from the fuel filter mounting bracket.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE


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Remove the protective caps from the new fuel filter. IMPORTANT: There is not a service interval for fuel filter replacement. Only replace the fuel filter if the filter is restricted.
Install the fuel filter to the fuel filter mounting bracket.
Install the fuel filter and the mounting bracket.
Install the fuel filter mounting bracket bolt. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Caution and Notices. Tighten Tighten the bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).


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Connect the quick-connect fitting at the inlet of the fuel filter.
Install the threaded nut fitting to the outlet of the fuel filter. Tighten Use a back-up wrench in order to prevent the fuel filter from turning. Tighten the fuel filter feed pipe fitting to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle.
Connect the negative battery cable.
Inspect the fuel system for leaks by performing the following steps:
9.1. Turn ON the ignition for 2 seconds.
9.2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
9.3. Turn ON the ignition.
9.4. Inspect for fuel leaks.

https://www.2carpros.com/kpages/auto_repair_manuals_alldata.htm
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