Fuel Filter

[climber-420]

Ok, so every now and then, when driving down the highway, or around town, the truck seems to lose power for a second, then comes back. I am wondering if it is the fuel filter. Someone of the forum said that Tacomas, rarely need to have the fuel filter replaced. Is this true? I called autozone, and it is only $18 to pick up a new one. I called a local mechanic, he said it was only 1 hours worth of labor. Makes me think I can change this sucker myself,if it is in fact the fuel filter. Anyone have any ideas? If it is, then are there plans on here to do so, or is it not a good idea b/c of the fuel that will exit the system under pressure. I just don't want to pay the extra $80 to have someone fix it when I can do it myself, with a little guidance. Thanks.

 

[climber-420]

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[ryguy]

You can locate the fuel filter by following the hose off the fuel rail if I remember correctly. Changing the fuel filter is a cheap first step in identifying the problem.

 

[Scenic WonderRunner]

Here is a good site with lots of good info. Keep searching the site, even for other idea's.

http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/maintenance/tacoma_4runner_30k/maintenancep5.htm#fuelfilter

I really think you can do this yourself. It's easy to just crawl under and look at it.

If this does not cure the problem, you could also look into the "mass air flow sensor"......and the "fuel injection system".




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[CYi5]

Might as well get a NAPA one over an autozone if you're going to go that route.

 

[Scenic WonderRunner]

You never said what kind of truck you have. It's Fun to put that in your Sig!:sombrero:

I looked up at Autozone for a 1998 Tacoma Fuel filter and found this. I just guessed.....


Part Number: FF692
Weight: 0.99 lbs
Manufacturer: Champion Laboratories, Inc.
Focusing Head: Designed using high-quality components for maximum engine protection. Meets or exceeds all OE requirements.
Outside Diameter: 2.80 in. (71 mm.)
Inlet: M14 x 1.5-6H
Outlet: M14 x 1.5-6H
Height: 4.33 in. (110 mm.)
Shipping Information: Overnight and Two Day shipping are not available for PO Box, APO/FPO/DPO or US Territory addresses.


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I think this would be fine. Anything other than Toyota Factory....would be made with Toyota Factory Specs.


What type and year truck do you have?



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[obscurotron]

if it's the V6, it's a piece of cake (at least up till 2004, don't know about 2005-current). If it's the I4, it's a bit trickier to get at, but still doable if you don't mind playing contortionist.

Ok, so every now and then, when driving down the highway, or around town, the truck seems to lose power for a second, then comes back. I am wondering if it is the fuel filter. Someone of the forum said that Tacomas, rarely need to have the fuel filter replaced. Is this true? I called autozone, and it is only $18 to pick up a new one. I called a local mechanic, he said it was only 1 hours worth of labor. Makes me think I can change this sucker myself,if it is in fact the fuel filter. Anyone have any ideas? If it is, then are there plans on here to do so, or is it not a good idea b/c of the fuel that will exit the system under pressure. I just don't want to pay the extra $80 to have someone fix it when I can do it myself, with a little guidance. Thanks.

 

[climber-420]

You never said what kind of truck you have. It's Fun to put that in your Sig!:sombrero:

I looked up at Autozone for a 1998 Tacoma Fuel filter and found this. I just guessed.....


Part Number: FF692
Weight: 0.99 lbs

Manufacturer: Champion Laboratories, Inc.
Focusing Head: Designed using high-quality components for maximum engine protection. Meets or exceeds all OE requirements.
Outside Diameter: 2.80 in. (71 mm.)
Inlet: M14 x 1.5-6H
Outlet: M14 x 1.5-6H
Height: 4.33 in. (110 mm.)
Shipping Information: Overnight and Two Day shipping are not available for PO Box, APO/FPO/DPO or US Territory addresses.
I think this would be fine. Anything other than Toyota Factory....would be made with Toyota Factory Specs.


What type and year truck do you have?



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I went to autozone this afternoon, and picked up that exact part.Funny thing to come home and someone has already picked it out for me. I also looked up on ebscohost.com, and found directions, but it never said anything about de-pressurizing the system,so that was really omy only concern. Now I know. Thank you for all of your responses. I am gonna work on this first thing in the morning. And also put up some pic's about the truck and put them into my sig. Thanks again gentlemen. You guys rock.:victory:

 

[Scenic WonderRunner]

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I went to autozone this afternoon, and picked up that exact part.Funny thing to come home and someone has already picked it out for me. I also looked up on ebscohost.com, and found directions, but it never said anything about de-pressurizing the system,so that was really omy only concern. Now I know. Thank you for all of your responses. I am gonna work on this first thing in the morning. And also put up some pic's about the truck and put them into my sig. Thanks again gentlemen. You guys rock.:victory:

You are Welcome.....



Signed......"Someone"......





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[climber-420]

Ok, so the filter went on, got covered in gas,cleaned up, and then drove around the neighborhood, NO LEAKS!! :wings: Hopefully this solved the problem. Now it's time to go get my sliders welded on this afternoon.