Fuel filter location

You have to use a back-up wrench to remove fuel line from filter. Then disconnect quick-connect fitting from filter and remove fuel filter from mounting bracket.

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Hi there,

I would first do a scan to check for any unresolved fault codes, not all faults will trip a MIL.

Mark (mhpautos)

Have you checked to see if the fuel pump pressure is within spec? I have seen many go bad when a car is run out of gas.

Poor performance or loss of power
slow to rev or decrease in RPMs
Low fuel pressure

Check the plugs and see what color they are. They should be tan/brown if the engine is running well, black if it is too rich, and, what you will be looking for if the fuel filter is very clogged, white.

The best way to determine is to run a fuel pressure test. But that is often just as time consuming as replacing a filter in most cars.

All you need to do is crank it while you are removing the relay. Once it stalls out, there's no more pressure in the fuel lines. (But there is still fuel, so be careful)