【Mrefilter】What is the fuel filter replacement method

The fuel filter is a consumable material. During the use of the vehicle, it needs to be replaced and maintained regularly, otherwise it will not be able to provide qualified protection. It is recommended to replace the fuel filter every 20,000 kilometers.
Replace equipment: prepare screwdriver and jack.

Steps:
1. Park the car on a solid surface.
2. Lower the air pressure in the fuel system (loose the valve cap to lower the air pressure in the fuel system).
3. Turn on the engine until the gasoline in the pipeline runs out and the engine stops.
4. The location of the fuel filter is generally under the engine or under the fuel tank. If necessary, you can use a jack to lift the car and disconnect the fuel line from the fuel filter.
5. Remove the mounting bolts of the fuel filter, and then the fuel filter can be removed.
6、Compare whether the new fuel filter is the same as the removed model, install the new fuel filter after confirmation, pay attention to the direction to ensure that it points to the engine, and install the filter fixing bolt after confirmation.
7. Connect the fuel pipe and install the fuel pump fuse.
8. Reconnect the battery box and you can lower the car when finished.

The recommended replacement period of the fuel filter should vary according to its own structure, performance and purpose, etc., and cannot be generalized. Most automobile manufacturers recommend a replacement period of 48,000 km for normal maintenance of their external filters; the recommended replacement period for conservative maintenance is 192,000 km. If in doubt, please refer to the owner’s manual to find the correct recommended replacement period.

Note the following when replacing the filter:
1. After replacing and installing the gasoline grid and the engine oil grid, pay attention to the sealing of the interface and be alert for oil leakage;
2. For air compartments and air conditioning compartments, ensure the overall sealing after replacement;
3. Take good care of the gasoline grid and try to use the matching mark gasoline specified by the automobile manufacturer;
4. Go to professional channels to buy fuel filters with guaranteed quality. Don't try to buy low-quality filters of unfamiliar brands, so as not to damage the vehicle and cause danger.

Location of fuel filter:
1. One is an external gasoline filter, which is installed in the middle of the gasoline pipeline, and is generally replaced every 20,000 kilometers;
2. One is the built-in gasoline filter, which is installed in the fuel tank of the vehicle and is generally replaced every 100,000 kilometers;
3. This is different according to the design of the car. Now the steam filter of the car is generally located in 3 positions of the car. The first is in the engine room, the second is under the chassis of the car, which is close to the fuel tank, and the third is in the fuel tank, which is connected to the gasoline pump;