under the vehicle along the passenger side frame rail
what kind of tools do i need to change a fuel filter on a 2000 cougar
In the fuel tank
According to the 1997 Mercury Cougar Owner Guide : ( Motorcraft FG-881 fuel filter ) for the 4.6 litre V8 and the 3.8 litre V6
Inside the fuel tank
it is under the back seat
Fuel Filter under PASSENGER SIDE between front and rear wheel.
The primary cause for jerking on a 99 Mercury Cougar is the engine not getting enough fuel. This can be a sign of a clogged fuel filter, bad fuel pump, or clogged fuel injectors.
right frame rail near fuel tank.
The fuel filter on this car in under the passengers side of the car along the frame rail.
It should be 15.5 gallons
Trace the fuel lind from the tank to the engine and the filter can be changed with special tools from the parts store.
I just changed fuel filter,pump,sparks plugs and wires on mine and it runs great!