1999 Oldsmobile Alero fuel filter

1999 OLDSMOBILE ALERO
123,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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LEE ANDERSON
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how to remove fuel filter?
Dec 22, 2009 at 12:03 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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Relieve the fuel system pressure.
Remove or disconnect the following:


Fuel line from the filter, using a backup wrench

Quick-connect fitting from the fuel filter by compressing the tabs while pulling outward on the line

Fuel filter from the mounting bracket






Install or connect the following:


Fuel filter to the mounting bracket

Fuel line using a backup wrench.
Torque the fitting to 20 ft. lbs. (27 Nm).

Quick-connect fitting to the fuel filter

Negative battery cable


Pressurize the fuel system and verify no leaks.
Dec 22, 2009 at 12:37 PM
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