How do you change a fuel filter on a 2005 ford freestyle?

Answer 1

Oh, dude, changing a fuel filter on a 2005 Ford Freestyle is like changing your socks, but slightly more complicated. First, locate the filter under the car, then release the fuel pressure, disconnect the lines, swap out the filter, reconnect everything, and boom, you're done. Just make sure you don't accidentally spray gasoline everywhere... that's a bad time.

Answer 2

This is the correct procedure. The filter is almost underneath the passenger-side rear seat, but easy to locate.

I did this last night. The procedure took about 20-25 minutes.

I used FRAM G8018 from Walmart for $8 and tool from Pepboys for $7. Tool was 5/16" fuel line disconnect.

• No need to raise the vehicle.
• Due to the amount of fuel, I would use battery powered work light, not 110V AC for safety reasons.

1. Pull relay #53 from fuse panel under hood. This disconnects fuel pump.
2. Start engine and let it die. Restart again. NOTE - Car may not fully start either time. Be sure to try for a few moments to ensure the pressure is removed from the fuel line.
3. Filter is located under passenger side center seat. More fuel came out than I expected. Use a oil drain pan, cookie sheet, or coffee can.
4. Use tool to disconnect fuel lines. Loosen single screw/clamp. Note the direction of filter.
5. Replace filter, tighten clamp screw, reconnect fuel lines.
6. Replace relay. Test by starting car, shut it down, look for leaks. If no leaks start car again, let idle and inspect for leaks again.