Fuel filter location

Tiny
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Six cylinder all wheel drive automatic 97,000 miles.

Where is the fuel filter located on my car listed above (red line)?
the 2004's had it mounted in a bracket on the right side of the fuel tank.
the 2005 unit is nowhere in sight. Is it inside the gas tank? This makes no sense for a serviceable or replaceable item. My dealers response was, "we do not know, we never changed one". Which I find astounding! Help please.
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Monday, October 27th, 2008 AT 1:20 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

The fuel filter (1) is located in the primary fuel tank module. The paper filter element traps particles in the fuel that may damage the fuel injection system. The filter housing is made to withstand maximum fuel system pressure, exposure to fuel additives, and changes in temperature.

The fuel filter is inside the tank. It is part of the fuel sending unit. They are usually good for 100,000 miles. If you want the fuel filter changed you have to drop the gas tank and replace the fuel sending unit. (I have never had to change one either)

Here is a guide to show you what you are in for when dropping the tank

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

Here are some diagrams to show you what is will be like on your car (below)

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken
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Saturday, November 11th, 2017 AT 8:06 PM
Tiny
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Where is located gas filter on a saturn vue 2005 4 cil. 2.2 engine. For replacement.?
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Saturday, November 11th, 2017 AT 8:06 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Filter located in Primary fuel module inside tank general replacement is not recomended will be replaced with fuel pump if it fails
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Saturday, November 11th, 2017 AT 8:06 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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2006 Saturn Vue 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 77,000 miles

Hi,
I am trying to locate the fuel filter and I have been unsuccessful. Could you please help me?
Thank you.
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Saturday, November 11th, 2017 AT 8:06 PM (Merged)
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2006 Saturn Vue 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 71534 miles

What is the location of the fuel filter on a 2006 Saturn Vue 2.2. I purchased the part and according to advance auto it is an inline fuel filter. I cant find it
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Saturday, November 11th, 2017 AT 8:06 PM (Merged)
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https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/416332_2006_saturn_vue_fuel_filter_1.jpg


Look's like it's in the tank and i looked all the way up to 150,000 miles and it doesn't show it being changed so i wouldn't worry about changing it.I would also return that filter you got.
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Saturday, November 11th, 2017 AT 8:06 PM (Merged)
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2006 Saturn Vue 6 cyl All Wheel Drive Automatic 57000 miles

where is the fuel filter located on my vue 2006
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Saturday, November 11th, 2017 AT 8:06 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Your fuel filter is located in your gas tank only. Check your owners manual If and when it should be replaced Iam sorry I dont have acess to that information. Let me know if you have anymore questions.
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Saturday, November 11th, 2017 AT 8:06 PM (Merged)
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RICK SCHREVE
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2002 Saturn Vue 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual

I want to know how to stop the flow of fuel while I am changing the fuel filter
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Monday, March 25th, 2019 AT 12:20 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Just relieve the fuel pressure by disconnecting the neg. Battery cable and opening fuel lid. There will still be a bit of fuel in the lines so wear protective gear. There will be no fuel flow as long as key is out of ignition.

Thanks for using 2CarPros. Com!
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Monday, March 25th, 2019 AT 12:20 PM (Merged)
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RICK SCHREVE
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Thanks bluelightnin6 it took me a few minutes to get all 3 clips undone but it is changed. Many thanks.
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Monday, March 25th, 2019 AT 12:20 PM (Merged)

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