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1). Use a pair of pliers and squeeze the three tips together. This will loosen their grip on the fuel line, then slide them out of the way.
2). Rubber vacuum caps of the right size work great for this purpose. Even if you don't use them, fuel will not be leaking everywhere. It's "uphill" to the fuel filter.
3). Pop the hood, in the engine bay there is an electrical relay / fuse box. Find the one marked fuel pump relay and pull it. Crank the engine until it does not try to start anymore. This will relieve the fuel line pressure. Reinstall the relay when done.
I left the filter in place until the fuel lines were removed, it made the job a little easier.
This is an easy service and you will be glad you did it. When I bought my Rodeo, the fuel filter was so clogged the engine set a code 44 (too lean).
Let us know how things work out.
Dale
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