Fuel filter location?

2001 MITSUBISHI GALANT
263,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TJMOWBRAY
Where is the fuel filter located
Feb 22, 2026 at 6:41 PM
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STEVE W.
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It is inside the gas tank as part of the fuel pump assembly. It is replaceable MR431089 but if you are going to pull the pump it's generally faster and easier to replace the complete assembly if it has a lot of miles on the vehicle.
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Feb 23, 2026 at 12:55 AM
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TJMOWBRAY
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Thanks Steve
Feb 23, 2026 at 6:42 PM
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STEVE W.
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You are welcome.
Feb 23, 2026 at 7:14 PM
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