My 1990 Jeep cherokee has an in-line fuel filter, and I have never worked on it before. I also don't even know if this will fix the problem, which is sputtering and stalling when speed is reduced, could there be another problem? I have already cleaned the throttle body, and the fuel injectors, and intend to replace the spark plugs after the fuel filter.
thanks
Can you change your fuel filter with a full tank?
The fuel level does not matter with an inline filter. Make sure that the ignition is off, so that the fuel pump is not energized, and put a pan under the filter to catch the gas that will come out. After you replace the filter, cycle the ignition switch on and off three times, leaving it on for 30 seconds each time, to allow the fuel pump to fill the filter and line.
If you still have a problem, check the fuel pressure. The fuel pump itself could be weak and causing the problem
Can you change your fuel filter with a full tank?
Yes you can change the fuel filter with a full tank of gas! Have you checked engine timing, distributor cap and rotor, and spark plug wires?
Yes you can. Be aware of any spill, but most tanks will not drain unless pumped empty. Remember to relieve any stored fuel pressure before loosening the filter so you don't get pressurized fuel in your eyes/nose/mouth. Most of the time i put the wrench on the line, cover both the wrench and line with a thick or doubled/tripled up rag, then loosen the nut slightly until any residual pressure is gone.
sure you can as long as you relieve the pressure off the tank. what i do is take the cap off. also you might want to have the cat. converter checked. it might be starting to clog up.
yes u can first take out the fuss for the fuel pump then start the car untill u run of gas.the fuel filter may be the problem.
