Fuel filter location

Tiny
JACOB HOWELL
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  • 2001 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE
  • 3.8L
  • V6
  • TURBO
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 100,000 MILES
Need to change my fuel filter.
Tuesday, September 17th, 2019 AT 8:42 PM

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Tiny
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The fuel filter is located on the inboard side of the left frame rail. Attached is a picture of the filter and it's location. I've also included the replacement procedure below.

Removal
1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure.
2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
3. Disconnect the quick-connect fitting (4) at the fuel filter inlet.
4. Disconnect the threaded fitting at the fuel filter outlet.
5. Drain any remaining fuel into an approved gasoline container.
6. Remove the fuel pipe o-ring.

Installation
1. Remove the protective caps from the new fuel filter.
2. Install the new plastic connector retainer on the fuel filter inlet. Install the new retainer
in the same position as on the old fuel filter.
3. Lubricate the new fuel pipe O-ring with clean engine oil.
4. Install the fuel pipe O-ring.
5. Slide the fuel filter into place.
6. Connect the quick-connect fitting (4) to the fuel filter inlet.
7. Connect the threaded fitting to the fuel filter outlet. Use a back-up wrench in order to
prevent the fuel filter from turning. Tighten the fuel filter fitting to 30 N.M (22 lb ft).
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Tighten the fuel tank filler pipe cap.
10. Connect the negative battery cable.
11. Inspect for fuel leaks.
11.1. Turn the ignition ON for 2 seconds.
11.2. Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
11.3. Turn the ignition ON.
11.4. Inspect for fuel leaks.
12. Install the fuel injector sight shield.
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Tuesday, September 17th, 2019 AT 9:15 PM

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