Gas Filter Woes

[manlystanley]

Hey Guys,

I'm trying to replace my fuel filter on my 3.3L 2002 GV. The Haynes manual said that it should be on top of the gas tank, but I found it behind the rear driver side wheel well. Also, the fuel filter has FOUR hoses coming from it and one ground strap. The hoses go to the: Top of the gas tank neck, The gas tank and two other spots that I have not traced it to yet.

I went to the dealer and they sold me a filter for $77. However, this filter only has THREE hoses and one ground strap.

Have any of you guys had a similar experience? If you have, how do you take off a FOUR hose filter and replace it with a THREE hose filter??

BTW, the dealer is refusing to take back the part, even tough the sealed plastic case is un-opened. We'll see what I can do about it.


Thanks,
Stan

[Bear]

On my '96 the filter was above and to rear of gas tank and two of the lines (I believe) went to the fuel pump.