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IMPORTANT! FLush fuel lines after replacing fuel filter?

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Old 04-21-2006, 08:58 AM
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R & R of the fuel filter is also much easier if you don't have a tranny cooler in the way.

Go with the full face shield and let the fuel drain out for a few minutes into a bucket - and of course follow usual precautions of no open flames and leave the garage door open to get fresh air.
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Didn't flush my lines either and never had any problems. It was a major PITA though. It leaked pretty bad the first time it re-pressurized the system as I didn't get it tight enough the first time. Swearing helps!
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And the fuel is cold running all the way down your arm.
Old 04-21-2006, 12:06 PM
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Originally Posted by White Pony
Well, it helps if you depressurize the fuel system by taking out the pump fuse (slot no 2 on the highest fuse panel) and starting it up and turning over the motor until it doesn't run any more.
Yeah, gee thanks, I never would have thought of that

It helps to depressurize the system, but that does not drain ALL of the fuel out of the lines. Anything left can squirt out as it runs out of the lines once you crack the fitting open. Not like a garden hose or anything, but enough to make a mess.



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