fuel filter ?
Jul 10, 2004 | 03:43 PM
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fuel filter ?
hey people
i ve been looking into changing the fuel filter on my 87 runner the problem is that the replacement part is about 1/4 the size of what I have . is it possible that I have the original factory filter ? or am i looking in the wrong spot . .sorry i don't have pix . my engine is a 22re if that helps 5 speed . if i go with what is offered as a replacement is okay to fab together a homemade mount .. ?
i ve been looking into changing the fuel filter on my 87 runner the problem is that the replacement part is about 1/4 the size of what I have . is it possible that I have the original factory filter ? or am i looking in the wrong spot . .sorry i don't have pix . my engine is a 22re if that helps 5 speed . if i go with what is offered as a replacement is okay to fab together a homemade mount .. ?
Jul 13, 2004 | 05:59 AM
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Jackamot,
1) Have them double check the part number, the larger the filter, the more surface area = better filtration.
2) It should be mounted on/near the frame frame rail between the gas tank and the engine, at least on most vehicles. You should be able to trace the line all the way back to the gas tank.
Hope this helps!
1) Have them double check the part number, the larger the filter, the more surface area = better filtration.
2) It should be mounted on/near the frame frame rail between the gas tank and the engine, at least on most vehicles. You should be able to trace the line all the way back to the gas tank.
Hope this helps!
Jul 13, 2004 | 09:47 AM
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Allright, I think I've got this one. I have an 89 22re 5spd, so shoul dbe the same. The fuel filter is on the side of the engine block. Left side when standing in front of truck. It is just above the starter, underneath the intake manifold. It is a black cylinder. I have a replacement which is the same size, I would not recommend replacing it with anything different.
My best suggestion to getting at it would be this:
Get your front on jack stands, or at least get your left tire off the ground.
Remove the left tire.
Inside your fender well there is an access panel that you can remove. just above the upper control arm mount. Remove that panel.
This should give you a clear shot of the filter, but it will still be a squeeze.
Good luck
My best suggestion to getting at it would be this:
Get your front on jack stands, or at least get your left tire off the ground.
Remove the left tire.
Inside your fender well there is an access panel that you can remove. just above the upper control arm mount. Remove that panel.
This should give you a clear shot of the filter, but it will still be a squeeze.
Good luck
Jul 13, 2004 | 01:22 PM
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Sounds like they gave you a filter for a carbed model instead of fuel injected.
The EFI fuel filter is quite big and should be something like a $20 part if memory serves.
Sounds like a trip back to the store is in order.
The EFI fuel filter is quite big and should be something like a $20 part if memory serves.
Sounds like a trip back to the store is in order.
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