I'm thinking about changing my fuel filter. I already have it in hand and it seems to be relatively simple to do...especially following housecor's how to steps.

But before I did it, have any of you done it and if so have you run into anything that I need to be aware of? I'm not having any issues out of my Max fuel wise, rather it's just something that I wanted to do.

Let's hear it...

 

If you are not having fuel delivery issues, I would leave it alone.
If you are going to get under the back seat and pull the whole dang thing out, I would probably replace the fuel pump as well, even though that is not my normal thinking on maintenance. But since you are doing un-needed maintenance on the filter, might as well do un-needed maintenance on the pump too.

And advice? Yeah, try not to blow yourself up!

 

I did mine around December last year , didnt take too long. the only frustrating thing for me was that some parts dont want to come out easily and I have a habit of breaking things when I work on my cars.

Make sure you're well ventilated ......I underestimated that

 

I have replaced mine 2 times and it was pretty straight forward both times. Housecor's "how to" is spot on.
-Wait til the gas tank is relatively low, 1/4 or so will do.
-Have a rag/towel handy as you may have a little gas spew.
-Make sure to replace the washer (large rubber ring)
-I would suggest NOT replacing the fuel pump if its not bad
-Take your time and you should be fine.

 

It's simple. Make sure you get a new o-ring for the top & also make sure when you take your old filter out, take out the black rubber grommet that stays stuck on the assembly and put it back on the new filter. I was kicking myself when I couldn't figure out why the car wouldn't start.

 

Did mine last week....a 30-45 min. job.
Just be careful, the whole assembly seemed very fragile, especially the floater etc.

Go for it and take your time.

+1 for housecor, even though the 00-01 is slightly different.

 

Housecor's write-up is a good guide. Follow it exactly, and you'll be fine.

Don't underestimate the possibility of spouting some fuel out the gas line, even after pulling the fuse for the pump and starting the car. There's still pressure, and it will squirt. (That's what she said.) So be sure to pull the hoses off while thoroughly wrapped in a shop towel to make sure none of that gas gets on the car or the carpet or you.

Because it really smells bad.

 

Seems like alot of people dont have a problem with it, but i couldnt get the fuel lines off to disassemble the pump itself. Just something to consider.

 

I feel you on getting frustrated. Sometimes when I can't get something to work right I just want to break it ...but we can't do that.

Thanks for the input.

 

Naw, I'm not fooling with the fuel pump. My guy @ the Nissan dealer here alerady ordered the large rubber ring for me.

Preciate it Mizike.

 

Seems to be very simple. I've read the "how to" several times, so I can see the steps in my head. I'll get the grommet too!

Oh yea...and the joint is going on this weekend

 

You'd be wise to reconsider smoking around the fuel lines.

But by all means, have fun with this project.

 

.....funny guy.

Thanks for your input. You stay on top of things. Much appreciated. I'm moving this weekend so everything is on hold.

 

There is a black rubber fitting that sits on top of the fuel pump so that it makes a seal with the filter inlet. It may get stuck on the old filter when you take it off the pump. Just make sure it gets back on the fuel pump.

If its not there your car won't start and you'll spend a couple hours like me wondering what the hell is wrong lol.

 

Not a problem. Glad I could be of assistance.

 

I replaced the filter in my '02 and my wife's '03 max. These are the part numbers of other parts that you should also replace:
clip=17571-2Y50A
packing=17044-4M405
o ring=17049-4M400
o ring=16618-2Y501
o ring=17342-01A00
Good luck.