Where is the fuel filter located?

2012 FORD FUSION
144,000 MILES • 2.5L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOSEPH B.2
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I believe my fuel filter is clogged. But I don't know exactly where it's located. A diagram would be greatly appreciated. thank you.
Aug 16, 2023 at 5:48 AM
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The fuel filter is in the tank attached to the fuel pump; here are the instructions on how to change the pump and filter out, which means the fuel tank will need to be removed. Please check out this video:

https://youtu.be/Q5MH2gnyFH0

Check out the images (below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
Aug 16, 2023 at 1:09 PM
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