i was looking at my 90 max and saw my fuel filter....it got me thinkin, wheres my fuel filter on my 2k max... anyone know?

 

in the gas tank part of the fuel pump assembly.

will

 

You access it by taking off the back seat. The assembly is located in the middle right below the bench.

 

make sure u dont f*ck the level sensor up when u pull the assembly out. the O-ring (~$12) will need to be replaced as well. Also order a fuel fiter now if u plan to do it (~$25). i almost garuantee that the dealer wont have em in stock considering the parts guy at the nissan i went to said he has never seen one of these replaced or ordered since he has been there.

will

 

Nissan service guys crack me up. Go through Dave B and he'll help you out with the parts you need to change out the filter.

 

whats his number again?

will

 

888-254-6060

How often should the filter be changed? Does anyone have a write up?

J.

 

thanks

 

Well, that would ultimately be up to you. Nissan "claims" that the FF is a lifetime part. I have YET to see any filter be "lifetime". At 28-29K, while tracking down a fuel mileage problem I replaced mine and got it back. The mileage that is. Its not a hard procedure. I have some notes written up somewhere.

Here is the link...look towards the bottom for a lengthy post by me. It gives a pretty good idea on what you are going to be doing.,..

Fuel Filter replacement link

 

Courtesy Nissan's site says that the fuel filter is considered a 'replacement part,' so it says it 'probably never' needs to be changed as part of one's maintence routine.

It's a pain to replace from what I hear. Here's some instructions, if you wish to try it yourself:

Fuel Pump, Fuel Level Sensor Unit and Fuel Filter

REMOVAL:
1. Release fuel pressure from fuel line.
2. Remove rear seat bottom.
3. Remove inspection hole cover located under the rear seat.
4. Disconnect electrical connector.
5. Remove the quick connectors.
6. Remove the six bolts.
7. Pull out the fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump.
- Do not damage the arm of the fuel level sensor and fuel tank temperature sensor.
8. Remove flange of fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump.
- Using a screwdriver, remove the snap fit portion.
9. Push fuel level sensor flange.
- Using a screwdriver, remove the snap fit portion.
10. Pull up the fuel level sensor.
11. Remove fuel filter from chamber.
- Using a screwdriver, remove the snap fit portion.
12. Remove pressure regulator clip, then pull out pressure regulator.
13. Remove fuel pump, then push down the fuel pump.
14. Remove packing from fuel pump.
15. Remove the pump support rubber from the fuel pump.


INSTALLATION:
Install in the reverse order of removal paying attention to the following.
- Install the fuel filter and fuel pump with the tabs aligned, make sure a click sound of secure engagement is heard.
- Securely connect the harness connector of the fuel pump.
- Install the pressure regulator O-ring as follows.
CAUTION:
- When replacing, always use a new O-ring, packing and clip.
- Handle it with bare hands. (Do not use gloves.)
- Visually check the O-ring, mounting parts and mating parts for foreign materials and flaws.
- Before installing, apply new engine oil.
- To avoid damage, do not apply an excessive force (pulling or starching).

- Install the pressure regulator as follows.
1. Insert the clip to the groove of the regulator.
2. With the clip installed, insert the regulator straight by matching the fuel filter protrusion and the clip notch.
3. Make sure that the fuel filter protrusion and clip notch are securely engaged.

Peace.

 

to be honest this shouldnt take you more than 1hr TOPS. i have taken my fuel pump assmebly out 2 times now and the last time only took me about 30min from start to finish.

will

 

Thanks for the write-up. Going on to 29K and need to replace the filter.

Pedro

 

u dont need to replace it with 29k on the car. i have almost 60k which would be the ideal range for me to buy a new one.

will

 

Roger that. Just didn't know what was the normal life span of the filter.

Pedro

 

dude that gonna be a *****... ok its a weekend job