How safe for a temporay measure only is the taping of a fuel ,diesel ,pipe to the fuel filter?

The brass screw broke with me while trying to unscrew the fuel filter in order to fit a new one.Another question is,why is this screw in brass,has to be a reason I am sure.They are expensive to replace,partly the error for braking was i overtightened the screw.

Hope someone will help me on these two points,especially the main question.

Thank you.How safe for a temporay measure only is the taping of a fuel ,diesel ,pipe to the fuel filter?It's made of brass because is a very stable alloy. It copes very well with hot and cold, doesn't rust and doesn't break down in the presence of fuel, oil or lubricants. You could tape it up but i doubt it would be very effective. Don't forget that diesel is an oil, and oil and tape don't go together. It won't do any harm but would probably leak badly. Best to get it replaced.How safe for a temporay measure only is the taping of a fuel ,diesel ,pipe to the fuel filter?I always replace my fuel filter clamps with jubilee clips as they are stronger and tighter than the original which normally the manufacturer has a specialist tool for. Just tape it as a temporary measure until you can get some small jubilee clips from a DIY store and fit these before you drive.How safe for a temporay measure only is the taping of a fuel ,diesel ,pipe to the fuel filter?Diesel's practically impossible to light outside of a high compression environment , so there's no hazard to you. Just consider the amount of diesel that's coming out (have a look when the pumps running) and think about the slipping danger for any motorbikes. Plus the cost!How safe for a temporay measure only is the taping of a fuel ,diesel ,pipe to the fuel filter?Tape is not a good idea because diesel in the fuel lines in pressurised and will come off in no time. I would not risk it even though it is not as flammable as petrol, try and find a more secure method.

Have you replaced the filter only you never mentioned in your question, jubilee clips would be a more secure method.How safe for a temporay measure only is the taping of a fuel ,diesel ,pipe to the fuel filter?it will suck air and not run using tapeHow safe for a temporay measure only is the taping of a fuel ,diesel ,pipe to the fuel filter?I'm afraid it won't work. First of all the tape will be attacked by the diesel and secondly it will not seal tightly enough to prevent air being entrained.How safe for a temporay measure only is the taping of a fuel ,diesel ,pipe to the fuel filter?I don't know about the brass screw but petroleum fuel is a solvent to the adhesive on all tapes that I know of. Replace your clamps before driving or you might well go up in flames.How safe for a temporay measure only is the taping of a fuel ,diesel ,pipe to the fuel filter?A permanent pipe connector called a Sea Green connector is what you want.it is a fairly thick and stiff plastic and supplied with two nuts which are tapered inside and has a large screw thread ;,the nut is screwed on to the pipe and compresses it,I have never heard of one fail.How safe for a temporay measure only is the taping of a fuel ,diesel ,pipe to the fuel filter?tape will be useless as diesel is pumped under pressure and vehicle will not run properly as it will suck air

Changed the fuel filter on a 2003 bmw but now the car wint start?

my boyfriend changed the fuel filter on his 2003 bmw 330 ci..and he thinks he did everything correctly, according to the instructions but when we start to turn on the car it wants to startt but it doesnt fire up, and there is like a wheezing sound where the fuel filter is. any suggestions what it could be or how to fix it? thanksChanged the fuel filter on a 2003 bmw but now the car wint start?either the lines are reversed- wrong flow direction or faulty filter. could be the filter is eschew and blocking flowChanged the fuel filter on a 2003 bmw but now the car wint start?The fuel filter is big and it may take a minute or two to fill it up and have fuel pressure. Turn on the ignition so that the fuel pump will prime the fuel system than crank the motor. Still nothing. Check the is there any gas in the fuel rail. There is a valve like a tire valve, unscrew the cap and press the stem to release the gas. If no gas shoots out then you double check the install of the new filter.



The install sure be straight forward. There is an arrow to show the direction of flow. If that looks good, then install back the old. If then it starts up then maybe the new filter is defective. It has a built in pressure regulator, that think could be bad.Changed the fuel filter on a 2003 bmw but now the car wint start?Check out links below for some good step by step DIY articles on how to change a fuel filter on a E46.



Your fuel filter may be different from the one in the photograph, go to realoem.com and put in your last 7 digits of you VIN, then cross-reference the part number at autohausaz.com or pelican parts for the exact part.Changed the fuel filter on a 2003 bmw but now the car wint start?As some other people said, you need to build pressure in the fuel lines again. Turn the key in the ignition to the the number 2 setting and leave it there about 2 minutes. It should definitely start after that. (as long as it wasn't installed backwards!)Changed the fuel filter on a 2003 bmw but now the car wint start?A lot of fuel filters are uni-directional (one-way) and they'll have an arrow indicating direction of flow.

If he installed one of these, did he put it in backwards?

How do I change the fuel filter on a 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis GS?

I need to change the fuel filter.How do I change the fuel filter on a 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis GS?filter is located on the left side mounted on the car frame.you need a special tool to remove the filter.it used plastic clips to lock in the filter.tools cause about 15 dollars from pep boys or kragen auto parts.it takes about half an hour to change it. you need a pan to capture the excess gas when you remove the filter.cover the fuel filter connector with a cloth and remove fuel filter slowly to release the fuel pressure.do this job in a wide open area so you can breathe.How do I change the fuel filter on a 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis GS?The fuel filter is near the gas tank. I suggest buying the part first so that you know what it looks like and you locate it. Jack up the rear of your car and it should be near the gas tank. If you take it to a repair shop it should cost less than $50 to do....

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How do I change a fuel filter on a 1996 Chevy G30 Van?

How do I do it? The filter is in the rear...close to the tank.



All I need to know is how to stop the fuel flow. The lines are all metal, so my line-clamps won't do any good.



Thanks!How do I change a fuel filter on a 1996 Chevy G30 Van?You dont need to clamp anything off. Take the gas cap to loosen any pressure and get a 16mm and 20mm wrench and change it out, just dont smoke when doing it.How do I change a fuel filter on a 1996 Chevy G30 Van?there will be pressure so just crack open the fitting slowly.. wear saftey glassses.... no smoking!!.. you could unplug the pump and crank.run the engine to bleed off the pressure

How do I change to fuel filter on my '72 Chevy c20 van?

I have never changed a fuel filter, so this is a first for me, any advice?How do I change to fuel filter on my '72 Chevy c20 van?that's grate that your going to try this your self.

if u know were your flue line is coming out of the carburetor,then your good to go. disconnect the flue line from it now where the line was scared in that will also scaw out the flue filter is there. there all so may be an in line flue filter,u will need to follow the flue line to see. hope this helps.How do I change to fuel filter on my '72 Chevy c20 van?i own a shop and this one should be the one that screws in the the carburetor,right where the fuel line connect to,you disconnect the line and then use the right size wrench and remove it,be real careful and don't put the housing back in crooked they will strip out real easy,and use a little thread sealer tape on it,this will help keep it from leaking,re-connect the line,and that's about it,your done,i would remove the battery cable also,just to be safe about it,good luck with it.How do I change to fuel filter on my '72 Chevy c20 van?find the fuel line to the filter and change , from the gas tankHow do I change to fuel filter on my '72 Chevy c20 van?I am asuming that you have a rochester 2bbl carb if that is the case follow the fuel line up to the front of carb there you will find a hex head fitting. get a tube line wrench of the appropriate size back it off and pull the line gently out of the carb. there you will see the fuel filter and a spring. I recomend changing both.

Where to locate and how to change a fuel filter on a 1987 Oldsmobile 88 Royal Brougham?

Got the fuel filter its the right model just dont know where and how to change it, thanks in advanceWhere to locate and how to change a fuel filter on a 1987 Oldsmobile 88 Royal Brougham?I own a shop, and yours is one that is on the frame rail (drivers side) about half way between the engine, and fuel tank. It is best to raise the front of the vehicle to keep the fuel from running out. Look in the fuse box, find the fuse that says %26quot;fuel pump%26quot;, remove it before you attempt to replace the filter, as some pumps will run some even when the ignition switch is in the off mode. Look at the filter, and you will see a place for a wrench on both ends of the filter, so find something that fits it. Look at the fuel line, and find a good tight fitting wrench that fits the line. It is best to use a line wrench for this, but a good tight fitting wrench usually works ok. Remove the strap around the filter, and find something to catch fuel in. Remove the front (towards the engine) line first, pay close attention to the end of the line where it goes into the filter, there should be an o-ring on the line, so don't loose or damage it. When the fuel has stopped draining, remove the rear line, and turn the filter to where it (as well as the line) can drain into the container, and not all over you. Doing this job is a serious fire hazzard, so it's best to do outside in the fresh air, and be careful about making any sparks. Once the old filter is off, look at the new one to make sure it is the correct one for your vehicle. There should be one end of the filter that tells you the direction of flow by an arrow, or letter that says %26quot;IN, or OUT%26quot;. In would be towards the tank, and out towards the front of the vehicle. Make sure the o-ring is in place, and attach the rear line, but don't tighten it yet. Slide the clamp over the filter that holds it to the frame rail making sure it is correct, but don't attach to frame yet. Install the front line making sure the o-ring is in place. Now you can attach the clamp that holds the filter to the frame, and tighten down. Hold the filter with one wrench, and tighten the rear line. You will find it easy to tighten by mashing the two wrenches together. Tighten the front line in the same fashion, and install the fuse back in its place. Turn the ignition switch to the on position, but don't start the engine, and check the connections of the line by rubbing with your fingers to see if they are wet, if so the lines are not tight enough or the o-ring is bad. Once you are satisfied there is no leaks, start the engine, and check for leaks again. If there are no leaks, you are good to go.

Glad to help out, Good luck!!!Where to locate and how to change a fuel filter on a 1987 Oldsmobile 88 Royal Brougham?if you have a small round filter about 2 inchs long and 1 inch wide it goes into the front of ur carb lift of the air cleaner and u will see it good luckWhere to locate and how to change a fuel filter on a 1987 Oldsmobile 88 Royal Brougham?You have to either lift the car or jack it up on the LR corner. The filter is just in front of the LR wheel right on the uni-body. All you have to do is install a 13/16 and a 5/8 wrench on the filter and the nut and loosen both ends. Then finish taking the nuts out of the filter and wiggle the filter out. Reverse to install. Careful, pressurized gas inside. Good luck.

I'm trying to change the Fuel filter on my 1999 pontiac sunfire?

There is a little cup with clips on either side holding my fuel filter in. My manual said to squeeze the clips while pushing the filter in, then pull the filter out. When I squeezed the clips, they broke. How do I remove my fuel filter now and do I need those clips for the new filter to be held in properly?I'm trying to change the Fuel filter on my 1999 pontiac sunfire?you probably did it as the manual suggested, but they still broke. The plastic they make these clips out of isn't very good quality. Depending on the filter you buy to replace the old one, it should come with clips that you can use as a replacement. I know from experience that Fram and Puralator filters both do. The best way to get the old filter out is to take a small screwdriver and carefully, without doing any more damage to the cup, finish prying out the old clip and slide the filter out. The new one that comes with the filter should work just fine to hold the filter in. Hope this helps!I'm trying to change the Fuel filter on my 1999 pontiac sunfire?you need a new filterI'm trying to change the Fuel filter on my 1999 pontiac sunfire?You will have to buy the special tool for that will release the plastic clip.I'm trying to change the Fuel filter on my 1999 pontiac sunfire?yes you need those clips, thats what holds the fuel filter to the frame. get plastic electrical wire ties to wire to the frameI'm trying to change the Fuel filter on my 1999 pontiac sunfire?I just squeeze the 2 clips together with a pair on needle nose pliers and pull it off, the new filter will have a new clip with it.