Changing Fuel Filter Housing: Chevy Cruze Edition

If you're looking to change the fuel filter housing on your Chevy Cruze, you've come to the right place. This is a job you can do yourself, but it's important to know what you're doing to avoid any issues. The fuel filter is located on the passenger side frame rail in front of the rear wheel, under the car. You'll need to put the rear of the car up on ramps to access it. Be careful with the housing, as it is made of plastic and can be quite tight. You'll need to use a socket to remove it and may even need an impact hammer to get it moving. Make sure you have a drain pan ready to catch any fuel when you open the housing cap. Once you've drained the fuel, you can remove the old filter and install the new one, along with new o-rings. Reattach the housing cap and torque it to the correct setting. You'll then need to prime the new filter and check for leaks. Finally, reset the fuel filter monitor and you're done!

The fuel filter is located on the passenger side frame rail in front of the rear wheel

To change the fuel filter housing on a Chevy Cruze, you'll first need to locate the filter itself. On a first-generation Chevy Cruze, the fuel filter is located on the passenger side frame rail in front of the rear wheel. For a second-generation Chevy Cruze, the fuel filter is located on the driver's side, just in front of the rear wheel.

Once you've located the fuel filter, you'll need to place your car on ramps to access it easily. Be sure to place a drain pan under the filter housing to catch any fuel that may leak out during the process.

Now, let's walk through the steps to change the fuel filter housing:

Step 1: Use a 10mm socket to remove the plastic nuts and bolts holding the belly pan in place. There should be eight nuts and one bolt. Removing these will allow you to access the fuel filter.

Step 2: Open the housing cap using a 36mm socket. Remove the cap and allow the fuel to drain into the pan. Be careful, as the housing cap may be tight and require considerable torque to remove.

Step 3: Remove the old fuel filter from the housing cap and install the new fuel filter. The new filter should snap into place securely.

Step 4: Replace the O-rings on the housing cap and housing. There should be one O-ring on each. You can use a hook pick tool to remove the old O-rings and then wet the new ones with fuel before installing them.

Step 5: Reinstall the new filter and cap back onto the housing. Torque the filter housing cap to the specified tightness using the 36mm socket.

Step 6: Prime the new fuel filter by cycling the key to the "on" position several times without starting the engine. You will hear the lift pump activate and fill the new fuel filter. Repeat this process 6-10 times to ensure the filter housing is filled with fuel.

Step 7: Start the vehicle and check for any leaks. If there are no leaks, you can proceed to reinstall the belly pan using the plastic nuts and bolts removed in Step 1.

By following these steps, you can successfully change the fuel filter housing on your Chevy Cruze. Remember to be cautious when working with fuel and always place your vehicle on ramps or jack stands to ensure a safe working environment.

You will need to remove the belly pan to access the fuel filter

To access the fuel filter on a Chevy Cruze, you will need to remove the belly pan. This is because the fuel filter is located on the passenger side frame rail in front of the rear wheel.

To remove the belly pan, first reverse the car up on ramps so the rear of the car is lifted in the air. The belly pan is held on by eight 10mm plastic nuts and one 10mm bolt. Using a 10mm socket, remove the plastic nuts and bolt to drop the belly pan from the vehicle. Once the belly pan is removed, you will be able to access the fuel filter.

When reinstalling the belly pan, use eight 10mm nuts and one 10mm bolt to attach it to the bottom of the car.

Position a drain pan under the filter housing and open the housing cap

To change the fuel filter housing on a Chevy Cruze, you'll need to position a drain pan under the filter housing. This will allow you to catch any fuel that spills when you open the housing cap. Place the drain pan directly under the filter housing, which is located on the passenger side frame rail in front of the rear wheel.

Now, you'll need to open the housing cap. Before you do this, make sure that you have depressurised the fuel system. This will prevent fuel from spraying out when you remove the filter. To open the housing cap, use a 36mm socket. You may find that you need to use an impact wrench to get the cap off, as it can be very tight. Once the cap is off, remove the old filter and install the new fuel filter.

Remove the old filter and install the new fuel filter into the cap

To remove the old filter and install the new fuel filter into the cap, you will need a new fuel filter, a 36mm socket, and a hook pick tool. You should also have a drain pan and ramps to elevate the car, but these are optional.

First, make sure your Chevy Cruze is on a level surface and engage the parking brake. If you have access to ramps, reverse the car up onto them so the rear is lifted into the air. This will give you more room to work.

Now, locate the fuel filter. It is on the passenger side frame rail in front of the rear wheel. Place the drain pan under the filter housing. Using the 36mm socket, open the housing cap and remove it, allowing the fuel to drain into the pan.

At this point, you can remove the old filter from the cap. The new fuel filter will snap into place on the housing cap. Make sure it is secure before proceeding.

Next, you will need to replace the o-rings on the filter housing. There is one o-ring on the filter housing cap and one in the housing itself. Use the hook pick tool to remove the old o-rings, then install the new ones on the cap and housing. Wet the new o-rings with fuel.

Now, reinstall the new filter and cap back onto the housing. Torque the filter housing cap to 25+5Nm using the 36mm socket.

Finally, cycle the key to the 'on' position to activate the lift pump. Keep the key in the 'on' position until you hear the lift pump stop running. Repeat this process 6-10 times to fill the filter housing with fuel.

Start the vehicle and check for leaks. If there are no leaks, you have successfully installed the new fuel filter.

Reinstall the new filter and cap back onto the housing

To reinstall the new filter and cap back onto the housing, you will need to follow these steps:

Firstly, place the new filter into the cap and ensure it is securely snapped into place. Next, take the new o-rings and wet them with fuel. Install these o-rings onto the cap and housing. Now, you are ready to reinstall the new filter and cap back onto the housing. Use a 36mm socket to torque the filter housing cap to 25+5Nm.

Once the new filter and cap are in place, you will need to prime the filter. To do this, cycle the key to the 'on' position to activate the lift pump. Keep the key in the 'on' position until you hear the lift pump stop running. Repeat this process 6-10 times to fill the filter housing with fuel.

After priming, start the vehicle and carefully check for any leaks. Ensure you also reset the Fuel Filter Monitor to display 100% fuel filter life. This can be done by pushing the button on the end of the turn signal stalk.

Finally, reinstall the belly pan to the bottom of the car using the eight 10mm nuts and one 10mm bolt.

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