fuel filter

[darkcherrymetallic]

Hi again,

My knowledge is limited with cars. Thus, I am wondering if this is true. I will be replacing my fuel filter on my 2002 grandprix gtp. To do that I know that I need to relief the fuel pressure. I surfed on the internet and found a posting where someone removed the fuel pump fuse and let the engine run until it shutted off to relief the pressure. Is this accurate and is it okay?

Secondly, I am going to replace my spark plugs too. At 60,000 miles can I get by without replacing the wires?

Thanks again.

[BNaylor]

Pulling the fuel pump fuse works. Also, pressure can be discharged at the fuel pressure regulator Schrader valve. See link below:

http://www.pfyc.com/supportfiles/gasfilter/

Although it is recommended to change the wires out even at 60K miles it is not absolutely necessary. The OEM wires are normally good for at least 100K miles.

[bangbg]

At the risk of having the EPA down on my A _ _ I just replaced the fuel filter on my GTP at 135,000.

I did not pull the fuse or release the pressure at the fuel rail but just broke the nuts loose and captured the fuel into a small bowl. The amount was not really very much. I would wear googles doing this as a precaution however, and put out your stoogie or cigarette.