Fuel pump and fuel filter replacement

Tiny
BULLITT5123
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How to replace these two properly. Thank you.
Friday, October 7th, 2016 AT 4:10 PM

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Tiny
WRENCHTECH
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The fuel pump is inside the tank and the tank has to be removed to access it.

http://i1198.photobucket.com/albums/aa448/Wrenchtech/87563684.gif

The fuel filter is attached to a bracket with a hose clamp. You will need a special release tool to get the lines off.

https://www.2carpros.com/images/external/ASM8027_1.jpg
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Friday, October 7th, 2016 AT 4:28 PM
Tiny
JIS001
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You would need to remove the fuel tank to replace fuel pump. As for fuel filter, remove the lock clips. You will need a quick line disconnect. You can buy a set at harbor freight. Adding link

http://www.harborfreight.com/catalogsearch/result?q=fuel+line+disconnect

Good luck.
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Friday, October 7th, 2016 AT 4:31 PM
Tiny
JIS001
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We were answering at the same time almost, LOL.
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Friday, October 7th, 2016 AT 4:32 PM
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RENEE L
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Nice work WRENCHTECH and JIS001.
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Saturday, October 8th, 2016 AT 2:41 PM
Tiny
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Thanks guys for this information much appreciated! I will be working on my Stang first thing tomorrow.
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Saturday, October 8th, 2016 AT 7:07 PM
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KEN L
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Here is a video and guide that may help as well.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-electric-fuel-pump

and

https://youtu.be/SOmd3BoE4YU

Please let us know what you find so it will help others.

Best, Ken

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Monday, October 10th, 2016 AT 10:15 PM

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