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Video tutorial on how to replace the fuel filter on a Ford Ranger. A plugged fuel filters can cause poor fuel economy, a drop in performance, rough engine idling, and added strain on your fuel pump. The filter should be changed at maintenance intervals of about 40,000km or 25,000 miles, but this will dependant on your climate and driving conditions. This particular truck I am working with here today is a 1998 Ford Ranger 2wd equipped with a 2.5L 4cyl.

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Push lock fuel fitting removal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvngvwOy2ns

Tools/Supplies Needed:
-safety glasses
-clean rag or cloth
-pan or container
-new fuel filter
-standard/flat screwdriver
-push lock fuel line disconnect tool
-ramps

Procedure:
-start by elevating the front of the vehicle safety
-using your owner’s manual, go to the chart and diagram outlining the fuses and relays
-locate the fuse relay in the manual which is number five and we an also see it’s location in the fuse box under the hood
-located the fuse box under the hood, it’s on the driver’s side close to the firewall above the fender well, then depress the tang on the one side and then flip the cover open
-remove fuse number five by pulling it straight out
-turn the engine over a couple times to ensure the pressurized fuel in the lines has been removed
-the fuel filter is located within the frame rail, in from to fate fuel tank on the driver’s side
-wear safety glasses to prevent any chance of fuel of spraying into our eyes as well as gloves to reduce the chance of fuel irritating our skin
-have a cup or pan handy to catch any access fuel which will come from the filter and lines, then dispose of properly
-pull the filter out of the spring bracket
-remove the retaining clips on the fuel lines, tenth backside of the retaining clip needs to be pushing down, push it towards the filter which will pop out the tangs to pull it out of place
-using the appropriate size fuel line disengaging tool, clip it onto the filter side, then push it towards the fuel line, and then remove it
-do the same for the other fuel line as well
-pair up the new and old filter, ensure they are similar in length, diameter, and fittings on the lines
-also check for the flow orientation and reinstall it in the correct position
-make sure there isn’t any dirt in the push lock fittings, then reinstall them on the new filter
-reinstall the metal retaining clips and clip the filter housing back into it’s bracket
-reinstall the fuel pump relay and start the truck
-the fuel system can be bleed, but you can also crank the engine over for a second until the air is pushed out of the fuel system
-if you find it takes a little longer, allow the starter to cool down and prolonged usage of the starter will result in it overheating which can cause damage
-once the trunk is running, inspect for any leaks

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