E350 fuel filter problems in Chile

[NLwestcoaster]

I just attempted to change the fuel filters on my van at a campground in Chile and had an issue. When draining the fuel out out the lower filter, I had to stop it after draining about 3 litres came out and I ran out of recyclables to hold the fuel. I remember changing it once before and only less than a litre drained out.

Any reason why this is happening?

The van's fuel tank is completely full. I haven't attempted to change the filter on top of the motor yet. I unscrewed the lower filter cap a little bit before I opened the drain. Are either of these factors?

Any help would be great. Thanks!

 

[Bikersmurf]

Gas, diesel, pictures, filter type?

 

[spencyg]

Sounds like you've got a siphon going. Unplug the fuel line connections at the tank and then try again. Same thing happened to me during my fuel system rebuild this fall.

SG

 

[86scotty]

Profile says he's got a 6.0 Ambo.

Be messy and fast. It's always worked for me!

 

[NLwestcoaster]

Sounds like you've got a siphon going. Unplug the fuel line connections at the tank and then try again. Same thing happened to me during my fuel system rebuild this fall.

SG

Ok will try that. Thanks

 

[NLwestcoaster]

Profile says he's got a 6.0 Ambo.

Be messy and fast. It's always worked for me!

Sounds like a good plan B. Thanks