Honestly I just take my impact and take out the strap holding the fuel filter in. Makes life 100 percent easier.

@kennethbouch7796

Жыл бұрын

For sure. All the time spent screwing around fighting the filter and one bolt and it would of fell out.

@ronaldjones8922

Жыл бұрын

Is p:😢nnnñnzDlm 7

@jacksonross3533

2 ай бұрын

Did you put the strap back on or did you just toss it?

Thanks for pointing out removing the metal retaining clip on the flex line connector and replacing it with the plastic one that is on the new filter!

Straight to the point and no bs thanks

Just tried this tonight with the “special tool” 2 hours of frustration and I gave up lmao. I changed mine last about 50k miles ago. Used a metal set of the fuel line disconnect pliers on the other end of the short line. It was still a pain but it worked. Should have just stuck with that method again lol

Thanks for the video. It was much more difficult to get that clip off but otherwise it was pretty smooth thanks to you! The fuel line removal tool I had was a lil different so I broke it in half and it finally worked. Thank you for sharing your knowledge it was very helpful!!

Very well done video. I’ve got 200k+ miles in my fuel filter. Think it needs a changin!

@shanetsosie8656

Жыл бұрын

Mine has over 300k miles and I don't think mines ever been replaced 🤯

@sunnmontana6369

11 ай бұрын

I kno you guys can tell the difference once you replaced it

@davydeenice1174

11 ай бұрын

Dam 200k on that filter? Your working the hell outta your fuel pump... I bet you can barely blow thru it...

@davydeenice1174

11 ай бұрын

@@shanetsosie8656 Gee Whizzz 300k... Incredible... I know yours was partially clogged... Dam!!! I change mine every 12,000 miles...

@davydeenice1174

11 ай бұрын

@@sunnmontana6369 Yeah right... Dam 200-300k miles on 1 gas filter is crazy...

Thank you so much!!! Your video just saved my day. Keep up the good work!!!

I have an 03 Suburban with a 5.3L Flex Fuel engine. I only use regular gas for better mileage. The parts are different regardless of which gas you use. (Flex fuel when 8th character in VIN is a "Z") I mention this because the fuel pump and fuel pressure regulator are different. The fuel pressure is different as well. I don’t believe the non-flex fuel 5.3L engines have a serviceable fuel filter but I am not positive. It's good you mention the "low profile" fuel line tool as the standard size fuel line tool is too long to fit in that tight space. Good video!

Good vid

Great video

Whose the genius that thought it was a good ideal to stick a brittle plastic piece inline a fuel hose?

Quick question What was your vehicle doing in order for you to know that it was time to replace the fuel filter?

@BLUECOLLARGARAGE

11 ай бұрын

Hard starts and felt like it was missing at times during wide open throttle.

Hard to start after replacement I’m sure I have air in the lines and was already having fuel issues with my 04 Tahoe flex fuel in the first place any suggestions to get the air out? She runs good after hard start but obviously would like to correct the issue

Great video !

Does it need a o ring?

I sub after this... Thank you

Good info! Thank you sir. 👍

Great informative video and to the point. Thanks!

What does it mean when you keep pumping fuel and the pump steady clicking then I pull it out a lil and does the same thing then spit out gas Everytime I’m pumping gas I have a 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe LT

@BLUECOLLARGARAGE

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you have a clogged or kinked fuel tank breather hose. If the tank builds up to much pressure when pumping gas it shuts off. Have you tried pumping gas on the lowest setting of the nozzle or tried tipping the nozzle upside down while pumping?

Replace with same relay or same 1

good video and detail, thanks

O5 Tahoe no fuel filter?

Thank you!

Thanks Man…today…I did everything…exactly as you in this instruction….and I got it to move a bit with the silver set and the Tool….but could not get the fitting to move back like you did,..I pried and pried and took off the other end….broke the bracket…got soaked in fuel….bloody and dirty for two hours…and for the life of me 🙏🏻.I could not get that damn fitting loose….I have seen people Cut the end off the Filter…in frustration….and I saw one guy remove the short fuel line with the Filter on…but I am wondering….why did my Mechanic a few years ago…leave the metal retainer in the fitting…if…if…he actually changed the Filter…maybe Not….I assume….I guess I will order a fuel line…remove the skid plate and fuel block….I will use the plastic retainer on the new Filter.

@BLUECOLLARGARAGE

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that this didn't work for you. Did you try sticking the silver inserts in at different angles? I wondering if one of those tabs is bent just enough and not releasing. It's kinda of a poor design by GM and on top of that they give you no room to work. Hopefully it works out for you. Thanks for the positive comments 👍

@rayn3038

2 жыл бұрын

@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE ha ha….ya I hear ya…I tried all angles in two hours….but a video for the metal X Tool….mentioned to grab the fitting and push toward the tool….or you lock those tabs with the disconnect Tool….and I was trying to do that but could not get a good grip….it is crazy tight in there….I will order a short fuel line…rest up…and give it a shot when spring comes….it could be damaged from the Shop I had used….found out they charged me for 4 O2 sensors…and I realized later…they only changed one…I had marked them prior….that’s..also..why I am doing my own Work now….you make a great Video….should have gone smooth….Thanks…blame GM.

@BLUECOLLARGARAGE

2 жыл бұрын

@@rayn3038 good idea on marking the o2 sensors before hand. Can't trust most shops anymore. Well hopefully you get it taken care of.

Ford went to these inline filters on my 2000 F150. I HATE them!!! '84/302 had a throttle body mounted filter. 2 wrenches and presto. Done. Those little locking tabs are a major PITA to get off. I'm not a fan of cheap plastic replacing the metal retainer on a fuel line though. Thanks for including that! I like Wix and Mahle filters. K+N as well..Napa Auto sells Wix as "Napa Gold". I want one without the plastic. One commenter was right. Pop the retaining strap and give yourself more space to work with. '00 F 150 that retaining band is welded on and rots in 🇨🇦 salt. Your stuck with removing the clips as is. Gotta say I was NEVER a fan of the General. Ford guy all my life. Won't even look at Fords now. That said. This '04 Sierra is actually easier to work on then my '00 F150. Good trucks! Why GM messed that up with AFM and TVs and ball warmers and spotty trannies for $80K+ instead of a stick and roll down windows and the current BS with Barra limiting production to keep the prices skyhigh is a shame. That 5.3L is otherwise a good motor. Easier to work on. Vulva oops Volvo ever goes back to making Brick cars they'll clean up. Me included. I want a Milkot. Can't buy em here. Someone stop this insanity. They only have to be pickup trucks. Not Cadillacs with a bed. Great vid Brother!!! Straight to the point. No BS. No background music. Got yourself a subb. 👍👍

I can't find it on 2005 Chevy avalanche 5.3. is it in the gas tank?

@BLUECOLLARGARAGE

Жыл бұрын

It won’t have one unless it’s a flex fuel. GM only added the fuel filter to the flex fuel models.

I've had problems with mine, when sitting an an idel, the rpms will start bouncing from like 450 to 750, and when it's not doing it, it will sit at a constant 750 healthy idel, no check engine lights or reduced engine power modes, and I've replaced the cam sensors, throttle body position sensor, throttle body, air intake, air intake, all 8 spark plugs and all I spark wires and the ignition, I ran fuel treatment, I've noticed it does it more on hills, so I'm now going to replace the fuel filter, and maybe pump if it doesnt fix it, have you had any similar issues or know what could cause somthing like this?

@VibeRezz

2 жыл бұрын

It's a 2004 tahoe z71 5.3 flex fuel

@BLUECOLLARGARAGE

2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if it could be a vacuum leak or vacuum hose collapsing. Also thought it would be a dirty throttle body but you already replaced that. Yeah give this fuel filter a try and let me know because I'm curious as well.

@alexlsx8187

2 жыл бұрын

Intake gaskets

@josherickson9514

Жыл бұрын

Didya figure it out? I got same problem.

@JJ-vf4id

Жыл бұрын

@@VibeRezz did you figure out the issue? Similar problem going on. Thank you

I got the K&N filter but dont think it has the longer skinnier neck on it and its too cold and snowing here to get up under it to look. I got a 01 tahoe are they all the same?

@BLUECOLLARGARAGE

2 жыл бұрын

No I believe the 2001 tahoe is different so I think you got the right one and you shouldn't need the special line disconnect tool like I used in the video. Should only need a couple wrenches preferably a line wrench on the fuel line side.

@syzygysyzygy8332

2 жыл бұрын

Do you have flex fuel or gasoline only? From what I've seen the gasoline filters have threads on both ends and the flex fuel filter has threads on one end and the locking nipple thing on the other end.

It’s crazy how no parts store in my area has that fuel line tool

@BLUECOLLARGARAGE

Жыл бұрын

Yeah that’s why I had to get it off Amazon I couldn’t find it locally either.

@kevinherrera9580

Жыл бұрын

Harbor freight has some

@lld9888

Жыл бұрын

@@kevinherrera9580 I ended up getting a plastic 3/8 tool from oreillys for 3$

Nice

Dude….i followed you every step of the way….tool….same….relay out….and after 2 hours of struggling with the Tool….the Filter….even removed the bracket and screw on fitting etc etc…could not get that quick release to let go…had to put it back together…drop the Truck…clean up my blood and the dirt and abrasions and give up.

@jovanimicheo

2 жыл бұрын

Trucks don’t get their way with men. Men get their way with trucks.

@am6066

2 жыл бұрын

Don’t feel bad! One of the tabs inside my connector was bent so I used a flathead to force it off! I didn’t know I could pop the original out & replace it!

@Kayplaya

Жыл бұрын

Watching this video a year later and I had the same problem! Ended up giving up because it got too hot on that ground. I’ll try again tomorrow

@davydeenice1174

11 ай бұрын

Dam!!!

@davydeenice1174

11 ай бұрын

@@jovanimicheo That's messed up dude... Leave the poor dude alone... Not everyone is mechanically inclined like you and I... 😂

I have a a problem I have to crank hard everytime I start 01 tahoe btw and I check all the ground the fuel pump relay and the code that come out is the knock sensor so now I don’t if I want to check the fuel pump or and fuel filter or change the knock sensor to see if the hard cranking stop thanks to anyone that replies appreciate it

@BLUECOLLARGARAGE

Жыл бұрын

If your getting a code showing an issue with the knock sensor then i would definitely start by replacing that and go from there.

@apreciado9528

Жыл бұрын

@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE thank you I’m thinking of doing it myself I will buy the sensor from ac delco but the wiring harness from Dorman since my Chevy dealer wants to charge 100 for just the wiring harnes so ac delco sensor and dorman wiring harnes does that sound good?

@apreciado9528

Жыл бұрын

@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE and ofc buying the gas line remover and a 30 dollar torque wrench

It would have been so crazy to put a fucking bolt on the other end

I worked for about an hour trying to get the 2 little pieces in there and the wrench on'em. I gave up. The filters been on there at least 15 years (tis how long I've owned the 'Burb), it can stay on there another 15. Not worth the aggravation.

@BLUECOLLARGARAGE

7 ай бұрын

Yeah man it’s aggravating especially because there’s hardly any room to work. If it’s still running fine then I’d call it good.

@applejacks971

7 ай бұрын

@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE My buddy owns a little shop, he said $62 labor alone to change it, screw that! So much for being a buddy lol! I gave it another go tonight. After about an hour, I was finally able to get the latched side line to release. NOT fun. Even pulling the filter out and down so I could get at everything, it refused to release. 32 degrees, laying on concrete, and holding my mini maglight with my teeth. Gas was pretty dark draining out of filter when I got it off, definitely needed changed!

@BLUECOLLARGARAGE

7 ай бұрын

@@applejacks971 glad to hear you got it changed should be the last time you’ll have to do that lol.

No gloves 😢

Your fucking kidding me right

Mb I'm dumb 😅