Replacing the fuel filter - the main points

The fuel filter is a significant detail of the fuel system of each vehicle. This device is located between the fuel pump and the fuel tank. The first is responsible for supplying fuel to the engine, and the fuel filter delays existing impurities in the fuel, which can cause clogging of the injector, and even breakdown of the car. In the event of failure of this unit, the fuel filter is replaced.

Types of fuel filter

Before you begin to replace a failed fuel filter, you should find out its appearance. The filter for cleaning fuel is flowing and submersible. The flow is connected to the fuel line. A submersible filter is a more complicated design that is mounted in a gas tank.

Preparatory process

Since the procedure for replacing the fuel filter provides for the emission of gases, as well as pouring out a certain amount of fuel, so this manipulation should be carried out in a room with good ventilation. It is better, of course, to replace this unit on the street. Also wear protective goggles and nitrile disposable gloves. In addition, you should not smoke while doing this work.

How do I replace the fuel filter?

On some vehicles, you can replace the fuel filter in a couple of minutes. However, in other brands of cars, it is part of a more complex system. In this case, replacing the fuel filter requires certain knowledge and experience.

To implement the task, some tools are required. Usually, this list includes:

1. Wrench ;
2. End key ;
3. pliers;
4. screwdriver;
5. lamp.

If the filter has a threaded connection, an open-ended wrench or an end wrench and a ratchet will be required. When snapping it will be enough to have pliers. It should also be noted that the procedure associated with replacing the fuel filter on certain specific auto brands requires certain tools.

Toyota Corolla Fuel Filter Replacement

Replacing the fuel filter on the car Toyota Corolla consists of several stages:

• Reclining of rear seats;
• Unscrewing the fixing screws of the seat backs;
• Removing the round cover in the center;
• Removal of the terminal from the filter;
• Removal of two main pipes from the filter;
• Unscrewing all the ring screws that fix the filter;
• Pulling out the filter;
• Removing the float;
• Pulling out the connection terminal of the float sensor from the body of the filter;
• Removal of the filter retainer;
• Pulling out the pump;
• Removing the cover;
• Pulling out the fuel pressure regulator ;
• Installing a new filter;
• Installation of parts that were previously removed. In carrying out this work, the reverse sequence is taken into account.

It should be noted that before installing the seats in the correct position, auto mechanics recommend checking the performance of the mounted fuel filter, as well as the gasoline pump itself. Only with the normal operation of the entire fuel system the car is ready for operation.

As a result, the replacement of the fuel filter on the car of Tyot Coroll completed successfully.