Where Is The Fuel Filter On A 2001 Pt Cruiser

How to Change the Fuel Filter in Chrysler PT Cruisers

by Chris Moore

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The fuel filter on the PT Cruiser is one of the types that is built into the fuel pump module, which itself is mounted into the fuel tank. Replacing the filter means replacing the pump module itself; if the filter is in bad condition, there's a skilful hazard the pump also needs replacing anyhow. You will need to remove the tank to remove the pump module, and that ways you must relieve the fuel system'southward pressure.

Fuel Tank

Stride 1

Remove the fuel cap and then open up the hood, remove the comprehend on the air filter housing and remove the fuel pump relay from the fuse box located behind and below the filter housing. First the engine and let it idle until it stalls. Turn off the ignition and then disconnect the negative battery cable.

Pace 2

Heighten the car's rear end and support information technology on jack stands.

Step iii

Unscrew and remove the bleed cap on the tank and allow the fuel drain into a gas tin or drain pan capable of property 16 gallons.

Step four

Disconnect the fuel vapor hose and then loosen the hose clench for the fuel filler neck hose with a screwdriver and then you can disconnect the hose from the fuel fill piping.

Step five

Raise a transmission jack under the tank to support it; if all you have is the flooring jack, identify a slice of plywood on it to prevent information technology from damaging the tank.

Step 6

Disconnect the EVAP line and fuel supply hose at the quick-connect fitting. Disconnect the electrical connector for the fuel pump module.

Unbolt the tank support straps with a wrench and lower the jack to lower and remove the tank.

Irresolute the Pump and Filter

Step i

Squeeze the locking tabs for the fuel supply line to disconnect it. Pull out the locking tab for the electrical connector with pliers to disconnect information technology.

Step 2

Draw an alignment marker on the fuel tank (a argent marking may work best) where the fuel outlet connector is pointing so y'all tin correctly line up the fuel pump module upon re-installation.

Footstep three

Unscrew the module's locknut with water pump pliers and remove the module from the tank--make sure you don't bend the fuel sending unit float arm.

Pace 4

Install the replacement fuel pump and filter into the fuel tank-- again, be careful not to damage the float arm or the filter. Screw the locknut into place with the water pump pliers, using the mark yous fabricated to align the module.

Step 5

Connect the fuel supply hose and electric connector using their locking tangs.

Step half-dozen

Raise the tank in place with the transmission jack and bolt the straps on. Connect the filler, vapor and EVAP lines forth with the electrical connector.

Step seven

Lower the car off the jack stands.

Refill the fuel tank and reconnect the batter cablevision and fuel pump fuse. Replace the air filter housing.

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