changing fuel filter

[caddiali]

I want to get my fuel filter replaced on my 97 LS Regal. Never had it done, owned the car 5.5 yrs so I figure why not. Just picked one up for $15. Does anyone know the steps involved on removing and installing?
Will replacing the fuel filter make a difference in fuel economy? It would help cause a liter of regular gas is $1.14 here in Toronto!


Thanks for the feedback!

[Scrapper]

Originally Posted by caddiali

I want to get my fuel filter replaced on my 97 LS Regal. Never had it done, owned the car 5.5 yrs so I figure why not. Just picked one up for $15. Does anyone know the steps involved on removing and installing?
Will replacing the fuel filter make a difference in fuel economy? It would help cause a liter of regular gas is $1.14 here in Toronto!


Thanks for the feedback!

have you got the new filter yet? if so does it have clips or do the gas line screw into it? and theres only one way to change them you'll get a little gas on your arms and hands tho. i see where you said gas $1.14 it's 329 here where i live in indiana. can you send me some? lol.

[snshddog]

It can be a messy ugly job sometimes. Ask a local shop for a quote and decide if you want to even do it yourself. If so, unhook the clipped line first then with 2 wrenches unthread the filter while holding the line solid. reverse of that to install.
LOL, scrapper that price was per liter. theres almost 4 liters in a gallon if i remember right.

[Ralph123]

Be sure you release the pressure in the fuel line first by pressing the schrader valve or pulling the fuel pump fuse and cranking the engine.

Keep a big rag against the filter when disconnecting the nut and clip.

Changing your fuel filter is important because a dirty or clogged filter will make your fuel pump work harder than it normally would to keep proper pressure causing your fuel pump to run hot and shorten the life of your fuel pump.

If you can't change your own fuel filter in your car I'm afraid you'll have to turn in your man card.

[BNaylor]

Originally Posted by caddiali

Does anyone know the steps involved on removing and installing?

See link below for fuel filter R&R procedure with pics. Grand Prix and Regal are the same. Also, due to your location take into consideration rust and corrosion. Good luck!

Click here

[richtazz]

If it's rusted, PB Blaster will be your best friend. Spray it, let it soak for a bit, then spray it a second time, let it soak, and it should come right apart.

[Scrapper]

Originally Posted by snshddog

It can be a messy ugly job sometimes. Ask a local shop for a quote and decide if you want to even do it yourself. If so, unhook the clipped line first then with 2 wrenches unthread the filter while holding the line solid. reverse of that to install.
LOL, scrapper that price was per liter. theres almost 4 liters in a gallon if i remember right.

never thought of that so your saying i gallon?

scrapper.

[caddiali]

Originally Posted by Scrapper

never thought of that so your saying i gallon?

scrapper.

No paying 1.12 today for a liter of regular...Hey does the mighty Grand Sport Regal take premium 94 octane only?

[Scrapper]

Originally Posted by caddiali

No paying 1.12 today for a liter of regular...Hey does the mighty Grand Sport Regal take premium 94 octane only?

you have turbo? if it has to be that to buy preium all the time no one would buy them. get some blue gas.

[caddiali]

No turbo, I was wondering if the GS Regal requires 94 octane or higher....Btw are those supercharged versions fairly reliable?

[BNaylor]

Originally Posted by caddiali

No turbo, I was wondering if the GS Regal requires 94 octane or higher....Btw are those supercharged versions fairly reliable?

On the L67 supercharged version of the Series II 3800 engine no matter which GM make/model car you should use 91 octane or better premium unleaded gasoline. To prevent detonation which will cause knock retard and possible internal engine issues later on. Regular unleaded can be used but for emergency or unusual circumstances only or short period of time only.

The L67 is just as reliable as the L36 NA version. It doesn't have the infamous UIM issues, however, may get LIM gasket issues. My '97 Grand Prix GTP has the L67 and it is extensively modded with 96K miles and still running strong after 13 years of ownership. Also, I had a '01 Regal GS for several years with no engine issues but sold that last year.

Plus all L67 equipped GM cars have the 4T65E-HD version of the 4T65E autotransaxle.