Re: Fuel filter replacement procedure

[Wolff <wolff_b@ix.netcom.com>]

SAFETY TIP:
Keep a fire extinguisher handy and do the work in the driveway rather
than in the garage.
Wolff
(I don't have a garage, but I bet that oiled deck is purty flammable.)


>   I've always heard that you should run the car and pull the fuel pump fuse (or
> releay) and let the car die.  This will depresurize the fuel system.  But,
> whenever you're disconnecting fuel lines, wrap a rag around the connections as
> you loosen them anyway so you don't get sprayed.  Also, have the new filter
> ready and re-connect it quickly or you will soon have quite a puddle of fuel
> around and probably on you.  The crush washers should be included with the new
> filter so be sure to use them and make all connections quite tight.  You don't
> want these lines to leak anywhere.  Depending on the age of your car, it might
> be wise to have a few sections of fuel hose laying around in case you encounter
> any dry/cracked lines.  Trust me when I say that this is not something you want
> to do all the time, unless you like smelling like gasoline for the rest of the
> day.
> 
> Chris
> '97 A4ta
> '90 80a