The flow on the fuel filter, which way does the arrow point?

fuel filter is located in drivers side inner frame by drivers door. You will need special tool to remove part#T90T9550B When installing new filter, make sure arrows point forward towards engine for correct fuel flow.

ou need a special tool to remove the fuel lines on your vehicle. Fortunately Ford had the wisdom to provide it to you. Here's how to do it.

Removal:
Warning: because of the combustion characteristics of gasoline, always use extreme care when removing and installing any fuel system component or personal injury or damage to the vehicle may occur.

1. Perform the fuel pressure release procedure.
2. Raise vehicle on hoist.
3. Remove push connect fittings at both ends of the fuel filter. NOTE: To remove 5/16" push-connect fittings, use Fuel Line Removal Tool T90T-9550-B or tool supplied on vehicle. Tool is located 254 mm (10 in.) behind fuel filter. Place in glove compartment after use.
4. Install new retainer clips in each connect fitting.
5. Remove fuel filter by pulling fuel filter toward center line of vehicle and free from fuel filter bracket. NOTE: The flow arrow direction should be positioned forward and downward to make sure of proper fuel flow through replacement fuel filter.

Installation:

1. Install fuel filter in fuel filter bracket, ensuring proper direction of flow.
2. Install push connect fittings at both ends of fuel filter.
3. Lower vehicle.
4. Start engine and inspect for leaks.

Fuel Filter Fig. 3: The fuel filter is located under the vehicle on the driver's side frame rail
Note the arrow showing direction of flow. It must always point toward the front of the vehicle
Although the manufacturer does not specify a replacement interval for fuel filters, we feel the fuel filter should be replaced every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) under normal conditions or 30,000 miles (48,000 km) under severe conditions. NOTE: For fuel pressure relief and push connector fitting removal, please refer to Section 5.

1. Relieve the fuel system pressure.
2. Raise and support the vehicle safely.
3. Place a rag under the fuel filter to catch any residual fuel that may leak out when the filter is removed.
4. Remove the push connect fittings at both ends of the fuel filter.
5. Install retainer clips in each connect fitting.
6. Note the flow arrow direction for installation reference.
7. Remove the fuel filter by pulling from the bracket. To install:
   
8. Install the fuel filter in its bracket, ensuring proper direction of flow as noted earlier.
9. Install push connect fittings at both ends of the fuel filter.
10. Lower the vehicle.
11. Start the engine and check the filter connections for leaks by running the tip of your finger around each connection.

need instructions for fuel filter replacement? 1st you'll need to loosen the gas cap to releive the pressure from the gas tank. the fuel filter is located on the frame under your drivers side door. you may need to jack the truck up, if so make sure to use jackstands under the truck for your safety!!follow the fuel line to the filter, a round cylider type canister. use safety glasses, just in case the fuel leaks, for your eye safety,i recommend that!! there will be a plastic retaining clip on both sides of the fuel filter, you'll need a pair of needle nose pliers to remove those, one at a time, the filter will have fuel still in it so be careful as not to spill it into or onto yourself. after you reve each clip the filter can be removed by pulling gently on each fuel line. replace ment is the same way, just make sure the fuel lines are connected properly, the filter will be marked with an arrow showing fuel flow the arrow on filter should point towards the engine, make sure both fuel lines are pushed in, and plastic clips snap into place, when you start truck, make visual check for leaks!! if leaking, the plastic clips are'nt properly installed. thank you for choosing fixya.com and as always, if you need further assistance please post your question and we will be happy to assist you.

Fuel Filter On all models except the Millenia, the fuel filter is attached to a bracket located in the left rear of the engine compartment, next to or beneath the brake master cylinder fluid reservoir. On the Millenia, the fuel filter is located beneath an access cover in the trunk. Access to the cover is achieved by removing the trunk mat to expose the cover.
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REMOVAL & INSTALLATION Except Millenia

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions in the beginning of this section.
2. Properly relieve the fuel system pressure.
3. Remove or disconnect the following:
   • Negative battery cable Fig. 1: Exploded view of a common fuel filter and related components
     
     
   • Air intake hose and/or filter housing, if necessary
   • Fuel line clamps, if equipped
   • Fuel lines from the filter and plug the openings
   • Filter clamp bolt/nut by loosening them.
   • Fuel filter from its mounting bracket
   NOTE: Note the direction of the flow arrow on the filter so the replacement filter can be installed in the correct position. To install:
   
4. Install or connect the following:
   • Fuel filter in its mounting bracket, making sure the flow arrow is pointing in the proper direction
   • Fuel lines to the fuel filter
   • Fuel line clamps, if equipped
   • Air intake hose and/or filter housing, if removed
   • Negative battery cable
5. Pressurize the fuel system and check all connections for leaks.

Millenia

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions in the beginning of this section.
2. Insure the ignition switch is OFF.
3. Relieve the fuel system pressure.
4. Remove or disconnect the following:
   • Negative battery cable
   • Trunk mat
   • Service hole cover
   • Fuel lines from both ends of the fuel filter
   • Fuel filter and bracket
   • Fuel filter from the mounting bracket.
   To install:
   
5. Install or connect the following:
   • Filter in the bracket. Tighten the nut to 70-95 inch lbs. (8-11 Nm).
   • Fuel lines to the filter
   • Service hole cover
   • Trunk mat
   • Negative battery cable
6. Run the engine and check for any fuel leaks.

Fuel Pump-Mounted Filter

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions in the beginning of this section.
   
2. Properly relieve the fuel system pressure.
   
3. Remove or disconnect the following:
   
   • Negative battery cable
     
   • Fuel pump cover plate
     
   • Fuel lines from the fuel pump
     
4. Raise the fuel pump from the tank.
   
5. Remove the fuel filter assembly.
   

To install:

1. Install or connect the following:
   
   • Fuel filter to the fuel pump. Lower the pump assembly into position
     
   • Fuel lines
     
   • Negative battery cable
     
2. Start the vehicle, check for leaks and repair if necessary.
   
3. Install the fuel pump cover plate.
   

Inline Filter

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions in the beginning of this section.
   
2. Properly relieve the fuel system pressure.
   
3. Remove or disconnect the following:
   
   • Negative battery cable
     

Exploded view of an in line fuel filter and related components

Air intake hose and/or filter housing, if necessary

Fuel line clamps, if equipped

Fuel lines from the filter and plug the openings

Filter clamp bolt/nut by loosening them.

Fuel filter from its mounting bracket

NOTE Note the direction of the flow arrow on the filter so the replacement filter can be installed in the correct position.


To install:

1. Install or connect the following:
   
   • Fuel filter in its mounting bracket, making sure the flow arrow is pointing in the proper direction
     
   • Fuel lines to the fuel filter
     
   • Fuel line clamps, if equipped
     
   • Air intake hose and/or filter housing, if removed
     
   • Negative battery cable
     
2. Pressurize the fuel system and check all connections for leaks.
   

S10 Pickup, Sonoma 2000-2004 Fuel Filter - Removal & Installation

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
2. Properly relieve the fuel system pressure.
3. Remove or disconnect the following:
   Negative battery cable Fuel filler cap Quick connect fittings from the filter Filter feed nut and the clamp bolt Filter and the clamp from the vehicle
   
   
   Fig. Fuel filter location along frame rail-2.2L engine
   
   
   
   Fig. Fuel filter location along frame rail-4.3L engine
   

To install:

1. Install or connect the following:
   NOTE The filter has an arrow (fuel flow direction) on the side of the case, be sure to install it correctly in the system, the with arrow facing away from the fuel tank.
   Filter and clamp with the directional arrow facing away from the fuel tank, toward the throttle body
   Fuel feed nut Filter clamp assembly bolt Fuel quick disconnect fittings to the filter Fuel filler cap Negative battery cable
   
2. Check for fuel leaks as follows:
   1. Turn the ignition ON for 2 seconds.
   2. Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
   3. Turn the ignition ON .
   4. Check for leaks.
      

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• 1991-1998: Eddie Bauer; 6Cyl 4.0L GAS, FI, VIN "X";
• 1991-1998: Sport; 6Cyl 4.0L GAS, FI, VIN "X";
• 1991-1998: XL; 6Cyl 4.0L GAS, FI, VIN "X";
• 1991-1998: XLT; 6Cyl 4.0L GAS, FI, VIN "X";
• 1993-1998: Limited; 6Cyl 4.0L GAS, FI, VIN "X";

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• 1999-1999: XL; 6Cyl 4.0L GAS, FI, VIN "E";
• 1999-1999: XL; 6Cyl 4.0L GAS, FI, VIN "X";
• 1999-2000: Eddie Bauer; 6Cyl 4.0L GAS, FI, VIN "X";
• 1999-2000: Sport; 6Cyl 4.0L GAS, FI, VIN "X";
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You could have a fuel line that has been bent or you could have a leak.. not to sure about this one. Was the fuel filter installed properly in the right direction? It should have flow stamped on it with an arrow and the arrow should point towards the front of the vehicle.

Clean all dirt and/or grease from the fuel filter fittings. "Quick Connect" fittings are used on models equipped with a pressurized fuel system. These fittings must be disconnected using the proper procedure or the fittings may be damaged. The fuel filter uses a "hairpin" clip retainer. Spread the two hairpin clip legs about 1/8 in. (3mm) each to disengage it from the fitting, then pull the clip outward. Use finger pressure only; do not use any tools. Push the quick connect fittings onto the filter ends. Mazda recommends that the retaining clips be replaced whenever removed. The fuel tubes used on these fuel systems are manufactured in 5/16 in. and 3/8 in. diameters. Each fuel tube takes a different size hairpin clip, so keep this in mind when purchasing new clips. A click will be heard when the hairpin clip snaps into its proper position. Pull on the lines with moderate pressure to ensure proper connection. Start the engine and check for fuel leaks. If the inertia switch (reset switch) was disconnected to relieve the fuel system pressure, cycle the ignition switch from the OFF to ON position several times to re-charge the fuel system before attempting to start the engine.
Remove the "hairpin" clip retainers to access the fuel line fittingsThe inline reservoir type fuel filter should last the life of the vehicle under normal driving conditions. If the filter does need to be replaced, proceed as follows:
CAUTIONIf the fuel filter is being serviced with the rear of the vehicle higher than the front, or if the tank is pressurized, fuel leakage or siphoning from the tank fuel lines could occur. to prevent this condition, maintain the vehicle front end at or above the level of the rear of vehicle. also, relieve tank pressure by loosening the fuel fill cap. cap should be tightened after pressure is relieved.

1. Shut the engine off. Depressurize the fuel system.
2. Raise and support the vehicle safely.
3. Detach the fuel lines from both ends of the fuel filter by disengaging both push connect fittings. Install new retainer clips in each push connect fitting.
4. Note which way the flow direction arrow points on the old filter.
5. Remove the filter from the bracket by loosening the filter retaining clamp enough to allow the filter to pass through.

The flow direction arrow should be positioned as installed in the bracket to ensure proper flow of fuel through the replacement filter.

1. Install the filter in the bracket, ensuring proper direction of flow as noted by arrow. Tighten clamp to 15-25 inch lbs.
2. Install the push connect fittings at both ends of the filter.
3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Start the engine and check for leaks.

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
2. Properly relieve the fuel system pressure.
3. Remove or disconnect the following:
   • Negative battery cable
   • Push connect and R-clip fittings from the fuel filter
   • Fuel filter Fuel filter location and connections–2002–2006

To install:

1. Install or connect the following:
   • Fuel filter. Torque the nut to 17 ft. lbs. (23 Nm).
   • R-clip and push connect fittings
   • Negative battery cable
2. Start the vehicle, check for leaks and repair if necessary.