How To Replace a Ford Fuel Filter (homemade disconnect tool)

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Learn how to replace a Ford quick disconnect style fuel filter using a home-made quick disconnect tool made from a pen cap or using a store bought quick disconnect tool. This method will work on any Ford vehicles with a quick disconnect fuel filter. The vehicle I used is my 2001 Mazda Pickup (Ford Ranger).
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@spicey4522 4 года назад

I just wanna say how thankful I am to have a channel like yours to help me do my own maintenance. I was quoted 450$ for a motor mount swap, bought the part for 38$ and had it done in less than an hour by myself because of your video.

@chrisfix 4 года назад

Awesome! I'm glad the videos are helpful!

@Kfam22 3 года назад

@@chrisfix estoppel e,lkkkk

@daynamcguire4995 4 дня назад

I have watched several videos and this one had the best camera angle and explanation… I’ve only replaced fuel filters on 1970s vehicles where they had the rubber hose and clamp so this tool explanation and visual was wonderful

@briteidea08 8 лет назад

Just did this today on my 2011 Ranger. I even bought the same fancy disconnect tool. Turned out I didn't need it. Everything is just a push type disconnect. Keep up the video's.

@claudioregalado1909 4 года назад

Christ I have a 1999 volvo S80 2.9 cranck but don't star but if I disconnect the negative cable an reconected the car star can you help me please what is the problem I'm from dallas tx tankyou christ

@silvermaple7779 8 лет назад

Chris, you have the absolute best automotive channel on youtube...hands down. Nothing else even comes close. Thanks again for all that you share.

@CT_Taylor 8 лет назад

+Silver Maple Idk, scotty kilmer makes me feel warm on the inside.

@JourneyToTheTruthandTR 7 лет назад

Taylor F. Yea, Chris makes good vids but Kilmer's tips have saved me thousands of dollars while chris's has saved me hundreds. But keep in mind Kilmer has been doing it for 40 years and the guy never seems bummed out. Any how, both channels are awesome. They should both team up every once and a while. Chris can hold the camera and do the video editing while Kilmer fixes everything...lol Ohhh, or better yet do a mechanics jeopardy challenge.

@1337pcftw 5 лет назад

@@CT_Taylor He used to annoy me but I look forward to seeing his videos

@shanefrank3281 3 года назад

Great video. From replacing the fuel pump yesterday on mine I found a new way to get off those lines. Those two small lines you used the tool on can be removed by just pushing in on the hose (toward the filter), then while doing that push in on the orange clips with your finger, then just pull the hose off. No tool needed! Seen several of your videos, always quality stuff.

@lonniebanark4917 8 месяцев назад

😢2oo4 monte🎉 Caro filter o-rings, leak, probably not needed,

@chungaleta1234 8 лет назад

marking the milage on the filter itself abd the pen cap tip made my day.... every day one can learn something.... thanks.

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+chungaleta1234 Glad you learned some new tips!

@rony3500 8 лет назад

Hey Chris, can you do a list of must-have tools for repairing cars? Breaker bars, torque wrenches, etc.. You're the best, thanks!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Sir Bacon That is a great idea. This is my top 5 favorite: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ZqJIaXXLAvs.html

@Nexfero 7 лет назад

Just replaced my fuel filter on my ford ranger at 130,000 miles thanks to this video, one the of the plastic u clamps was broken 2:34 (just stuck a hose clamp on it) and I used the pen cap trick.

@callingtwch 8 лет назад

Chris, thanks to your videos, I changed my brake fluid and my fuel filter out today. Thanks for the great videos.

@rcrcdell8458 6 лет назад

Just changed my fuel filter on my 05 ranger edge. My fuel removal tool will remove 2 of the 3 lines. I remember watching the pen cap trick...worked perfectly. Thanks chrisfix...the cap is now a part of my toolbox.

@sonofcarr 4 года назад

This man just showed me how to change my fuel filter with a pen.... you the GOAT bro.

@jringo1808 8 лет назад

I like your video style. Quick and to the point. No stammering and unnecessary dialogue.

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+J Ringo Thanks!

@Scott-NCC1701 4 года назад

Replaced my fuel filter today on my 2000 Ranger. Excellent instruction. Many Thanks to Chris!

@leightonpenn9861 6 лет назад

You’re the man!! Been watching your videos for a long time and have learned most of my stuff by watching you! That pen cap tricked just helped me out a bunch. I’m tight on money and every little bit helps. Keep up the great videos!!

@drink15 8 лет назад

Steps were not clear. How do I put the transmission back together?

@xXCookieXx666 8 лет назад

+drink15 Mistook pen for penis and got my dick stuck in the fuel line...

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+drink15 LOL, dont ask me, transmissions are one thing I dont mess with haha

@sniperlif3 8 лет назад

You forgot to jack your car back up. You may need to remove the front blinkers and since you are doing that you might as well change the blinker fluid as well. No one likes a blinker that does not work.

@riScorpian 8 лет назад

+Justis Cady See, the joke here is actually on all of us. Because I'll bet it wasn't stuck; there was plenty of room.

@_Chaoticollie_ 7 лет назад

drink15 You don't. Just drive without a transmission, I'm sure you'll be fine. * cough cough*

@MrMtr999 8 лет назад

Great video, I just changed my 99 Kia Sephia fuel filter, after learning everything from this video, awesome job on explaining procedure. Great job !

@tammys.8513 8 месяцев назад

Hi Chris, Genius 💡 Idea!! homemade diy tool, a Bic pen cap. Took a couple reWatches for me to learn, push, The Twist. Worked like a charm on my '04 Suzuki XL7 fuel filter connector. Whoo Hoo 🎉 Thank You! 😅

@fred306801 5 лет назад

you made that look way to easy. Every time I work on my truck there is always some thing that does not want to cooperate. I changed out the coolant housing. It has two coolant sensors. Pull the clip out, pull out the old sensors, drop in the new and put the clip back in. Sounds simple, First off they sold me the wrong sensors. I tried to put the old one's back in. The two little clips Refused to go back in. After four hours of praying to swearing I said to the hell with it and used paper clips. So far it is working with no leaks. Had I gone to the Ford dealership and got the OEM parts I may have gotten the right parts and not have had to go through this torture.

@wgp2000 6 лет назад

Your Channel is amazing. I have an 08 Ranger. It is great that almost every video of your truck you do, is so compatible to mine. Doing my Fuel Filter this weekend. Watched your belt episode, I did that yesterday. Watched your Idler Pulley episode, I changed that Yesterday. No more squeaks. Your Channel makes my truck run like a champ.

@onagoodday-jbangbangbang9486 5 лет назад

How easy was the filter change for you? Did you use the disconnect tool?

@jasonanderson5012 7 лет назад

DUDE! Thank you so friggin much for posting this! For days now, I have been searching for the correct way to remove these clips, all I've come across are people breaking the clips, then paying a ton of money to have a mechanic replace the fuel line, or some hillbilly rigging to keep the fuel filter in place. Thank you again!

@chrisfix 7 лет назад

No problem Jason! Glad the video was helpful!

@tacomsal 7 лет назад

Great video. I changed the fuel filter on my 99 Ranger yesterday. The only problem I had was that the auto parts store gave me the wrong filter. When I thought I had it installed correctly and tried to start the truck, I had gas pouring out all over my driveway. Several attempts later I notice that the filter line was slightly smaller that the old one that I had removed. Once I got the correct filter it literally took less than a minute to install. thanks for the video. Keep making these videos.

@davidwellman7080 7 лет назад

I watched several videos changing a fuel filter on a Mazda Ford whatever and this was by far the best. it was very clear and it was helpful. thank you.

@mikewangrud6475 8 лет назад

Another great how to video Chris. Gonna change my filter next week.

@michiganborn8303 8 лет назад

I wish this video and RU-vid was around in 2003. It would have saved me a lot of aggravation on a 1998 Ford Ranger XLT 3.0L.

@911Privacy 8 лет назад

Thanks, Chris I am from Saudi Arabia . Your video was greatly helpful to buy this tool and changing out the fuel filter easily.

@trustissues3461 8 лет назад

Wow Chris your channel has really taken off, I remember when you had 50K subs almost at the 500K mark keep up the good work bro!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+ric ric Thanks a lot man! That is all thanks to subscribers like yourself! I really appreciate the support!

@dominicboothman 3 года назад

@@chrisfix crazy, from 500k to 8mil in just about 5 years. Congrats bro

@XxS1l3nTxa1Mx 8 лет назад

I'm just here to hear worter.

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+XxS1l3nTxa1Mx hahaha

@MrTmenzo 8 лет назад

lol

@jrm956 3 года назад

Dude why does he say it like that do Canadians say woter

@samsautoanddiy 3 года назад

Then go to the Wooder Pump Video lol

@franciscogomez-ge8fk 8 лет назад

Thanks man for the video it really helped me I just installed a new fuel filter in my ranger with that homemade disconnecter, thank you

@mikea-strong5020 8 лет назад

Chris, love your videos brother. Just want to mention that I have an '02 Ranger and with those orange and green clips, you dont even need a tool, you just have to push down on the orange or green part while pulling on the fuel line at the same time. It is quite simple but took me a while to figure out! Keep up the good work man.

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Mike A-strong Thanks a lot for the tip Mike! I wanted to show how to use the tool because not everyone is as fortunate to have the clips to push on!

@larrymartin344 8 лет назад

Awesome! I'm getting the quick disconnect tool for my 2002 Ford Ranger. I can't believe how simple this is. Thanks Chris!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+LARRY MARTIN No problem!

@danielleewild 8 лет назад

as always chris brilliant video well thought out and explained, a genuine credit to RU-vid and for everyone learning these skills

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Daniel Wild Thanks Daniel!

@swmkh 7 лет назад

Good job Chris - your repair videos are the best!

@Fastdade36 2 года назад

5 years later and still helping out 🙏 making my homemade removal now.

@catchingfadesclashroyal6506 2 года назад

Excellent video. I looked at another guy's that came up first on a Google search is nowhere near as explainative as yours. Thank you very much sir

@sergiogonzalez6117 8 лет назад

Great video Chris! I love watching your videos, I learned everything I know because of you! Keep doing what you do best!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Sergio Gonzalez Thanks a lot Sergio!

@andygegmal3162 Год назад

Chris Fix, your video help fix my car many time.

@Puck90a 4 года назад

Just replaced the fuel filter in my 2001 Ranger. This video explained everything perfectly. Thanks!

@nikitamckeever5403 4 года назад

Saved me a whole £5.40 and a three day wait . Thank you so much 🙏😁👍

@comedianmusicianman 8 лет назад

Even though the tubes were different sizes I think it's good practice to label them if possible just in case. Also I think writing the mileage on the filter is a great idea! Thanks for another great video Chris!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+G-Man Thanks a lot for the tip!

@MrMarkar1959 Год назад

lol,,just like tattooing Entrance and Exit on the Ol'lady's holes

@davidc8122 8 лет назад

Much thanks, again, Chris. I finished changing out the fuel filter earlier today on my 2007 F-150. Your video was greatly helpful.

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+David C awesome!!! I'm glad the video was helpful and nice work!

@walmark4592 8 лет назад

Great job Chris. Love all your videos. Very down to earth and informative.

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Mark Akin Thanks a lot Mark!

@dewrus2153 8 лет назад

Nice video as usual, Chris! One tip I have found that seems to help with stubborn fittings of this style is to give them a good shot of Kroil or WD-40 before removal. I try to kind of blast out any dirt or grime in the fitting and they seem to come off a little easier...especially the one with the plastic clip. Thanks again!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Dewy Russler Thanks for the tip! A penetrating fluid would definitely help if yours are stuck!

@BradKesalowski Год назад

@rTZink124 if your replacing the filter, it dosent matter you’re replacing it anyway

@gonicjon 6 лет назад

great vid...good close ups of the tool in action...and great improvisation

@leckst3r 7 лет назад

Can confirm, home made pen cap rigged quick disconnect worked like a charm. Thanks +ChrisFix!

@Lukehart1953 6 лет назад

BEEN SEARCHING ALL DAY FOR THIS VIDEO THANKS AND GOOD JOB

@edward569 Год назад

Best instruction on this type of filter Chris.

@THEGLASSMANSWORLD Год назад

I'm lacking tools and this hack may just get our Explorer running again! My brother helped me get the fuel pump replaced but we couldn't get the filter off. His plastic clips wore out and he ran out of time. I might be able to finish the job now myself! Thanks for sharing!

@nahuelluna7071 8 лет назад

thank you! the homemade disconnect tool is awesome, i want to try it

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+nahuel luna No problem! Glad you liked that!

@philstat100 7 лет назад

As usual, Great information and straight to the point.

@MickiB_Is4916 4 года назад

Always informative. Best on the web!

@jcharles1470 8 лет назад

Chris!!, great idea and cheap using a cap pen!!!!!!!Thumb up!!!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+j charles Thanks bud!

@josephgonzales3857 4 года назад

Thank you so much Chris I have a Mazda truck like yours mine is a 2000 b 2500 I didn't know where the filter was now I can change it love your vids

@Ehrokyn 8 лет назад

Wow this is such a great video Chris! Thanks for your efforts man.

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Emmanuel Morales Thanks a lot!

@VashthStampeede 8 лет назад

Nice video but... The first two lines had a connector that just required a finger press on the clip to remove.

@philb5593 6 лет назад

Yep, just spent too long trying to figure it out. Found this video, but discovered this proper method

@CMBstuff 5 лет назад

i tried that simple press the clip but it did not work, the space is to small to get my hands to apply enough force to release the clip by just pressing...this video much better all around!

@jbthestoner5504 5 лет назад

I just pulled out the clips on the first 2 just like he did with the screwdriver on the last one. So much easier than that damn "quick" disconnect tool.

@Stpetersburginjurylawyersmp 5 лет назад

This video saved my a lot of trouble, thank you !

@nonog294 8 лет назад

lol so funny i just replaced my fuel filter yesterday checking on your channel to see if you had a video on this lol

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Noel Gill hahaha nice!

@V8SKULLS 4 месяца назад

Thank you Chris, you have been very helpful, keep on doing beautiful videos

@halcyon1017 8 лет назад

Nice video. I did this on my car a few weeks ago. Didn't have the quick disconnect tool, so it was a struggle pulling the pipes off!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Halcyon Thank you! Now you know you can make one out of a pen cap!

@piecrustyumyum 6 лет назад

I did it! Got fuel all over me in the process...but did it none the less! It's a motorcraft filter so I'm assuming it's stock. My truck has 212,000 miles on it xD I've ordered brake kits for the front and back, caliper's, pads, rotors, drums, shoes, springs and hardware, and gonna do full brake fluid flush, looking forward to it!

@ChefMarkyMarkz 6 лет назад

I love watching these videos knowing well the car i have is beyond repair.

@goodairin 2 года назад

Very helpful. Thanks for a great video!

@nooredindarwish5746 3 года назад

You’re the hero that saves me every time 😊

@williamwixon 7 лет назад

thanks ChrisFix, whew! that was helpful! my truck just STOPPED running, luckily I was close enough to COAST home. figured it was the fuel filter. after some difficulty and checking your video got a new filter in and it's running fine now. only cost me nineteen bucks for the filter. happy.

@chrisfix 7 лет назад

+William Wixon awesome!!! Glad the video was helpful and nice work.

@mitchervin522 5 лет назад

smart man Chris I'm learning a lot.. thanks brother

@AndrewHeinrich1612 8 лет назад

Well, this is something that I will do this weekend. Thanks Chris!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Andrew Heinrich No problem Andrew!

@MasteringHow-To 8 лет назад

Awesome tool!! And Chris. You're almost at 500k that's amazing!!! Hey. Soon I'm making a video on my M3 supercharged build. Be sure to check it out.

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+General HowTo Thanks a lot! Yea, it is pretty exciting! I cannot wait to get to 500k! I will check it out for sure!

@martinblouin3639 8 лет назад

you give good tips man

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+martin blouin Thanks!

@mubziv388 8 лет назад

I dont even have a car but i still watch your video's :) but they will help me when i have a acar.

@djenglandpoli 8 лет назад

it has a quick disconnect u don't even need tools, but if its stuck its a great tool to have! GJ

@tahtahony 6 лет назад

great idea Thank you

@christopher3391 2 года назад

Another awesome video, thanks!

@mosalihvlogs1259 8 лет назад

Chris that was awesome, thanks man for all the idea u give us

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Moaiad Salih Thanks Moaiad! I am glad you are learning a lot!

@JustinDGates 8 лет назад

LOVE IT!! Short and sweet and to the point, and i always write the mileage on my consumable parts too. Beats paper that gets lost or destroyed by oil! Thanks for the heads up, keep up the good work!

@TheCarista 8 лет назад

+Justin D. Gates why not write it into your computer? That´s a real safe method :)

@JustinDGates 8 лет назад

+TheCarista Got an app for that??

@TheCarista 8 лет назад

I use simply open office bar chart or whatever its called in english. In german its open office tabellendokument. Or just simply write it down in word or whatever :) You do not need an app at all

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Justin D. Gates Thanks Justin!

@MrNinjaSkittles22 8 лет назад

I am very thankful for your videos.

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+NinjaSkittles22 I am glad the videos are helpful!

@NikolayCannotDie 8 лет назад

You Eric and Scotty make great and helpfull videos , keep up the good work m8

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+nick the dank Thanks a lot! Glad you like the videos!

@NikolayCannotDie 8 лет назад

+ChrisFix Forgot to say that I used your tips for the headlights restore video and the results are amazing so thanks m8

@Wolf-Heart 7 лет назад

That helps! Thanks Chris...

@wyko777 6 лет назад

Haven't heard "fanagling" in a long time. Lol Thank you for the video.

@zaccaria9769 6 лет назад

Nice vid-you saved me 20 bucks by using the pen lid trick

@YiannisPagonis 8 лет назад

Chris very nice showing. Thank you!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Yiannis Pagonis No problem! Glad the video was helpful!

@uptrail7169 8 лет назад

Thanks Chris for another good video!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+uptrail71 Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video!

@broncheemims8493 6 лет назад

Great video chris

@josedomijan1068 7 лет назад

Many thanks from Argentina, I have a Lifan X60 chinese SUV, great tool pen cap , I will change easier The filter now

@BassManBobBassCovers 8 лет назад

Great pen cap tip man wow!!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Bob M. Tyranny Destroyer Thanks! Little things like that make jobs that much easier!

@dixoncider7256 8 лет назад

I love those style of connector clips.

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Dixon Cider Yea, it is actually a lot easier (when they work).

@edmonddantes504 4 года назад

Oh my God thank you, you're a lifesaver!!!!

@ScubaCat3 8 лет назад

Nice on the pen cap! Some Fords have a button you just press. I haven't actually had the issue with fuel leaking out of a full gas tank (filter in the same spot on our Ford). I wouldn't remove the gas cap with that thing disconnected, though! Thumbs up as always!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+ScubaCat3 Thanks and thanks for sharing!

@jgarb21 6 лет назад

I was curios about whether this was important or not. I only replaced my fuel filter one other time and did not pay attention to the amount of gas in the tank. Honestly I do not even remember "releasing" the fuel pressure.

@kobeyossef5903 8 лет назад

Chris love your videos Great job Thanks a lot

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+kobi yossef Thanks man! I appreciate it!

@I_Am_Michael 8 лет назад

great video dude. again, thanks for sharing with us.

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+michael adams Thanks a lot Michael!

@mountainscott5274 8 лет назад

like the pen cap shortcut!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+mountain scott Thanks!

@heathercortes9567 5 лет назад

I replaced my fuel filter last month. I did it according to what the manual said...sort of. Take off gas cap. Park on hill with engine pointing uphill. I drive with the tank mostly full all the time since I have lots of kids. Negative wire off the battery. I had bought the cheap plastic disconnector tool set. If you live in a place where they salt heavily those don't work. The filter was rusted in and, the plastic broke. For some reason there is a clip near the fuel lines. I clipped them up to keep from getting gas everywhere. There's a hole in the wheel well I use for the same reason to hang the brake line when changing calipers. (Don't ask. Just picture a couple of my sons taking the car one night while I was sleeping after seeing Fast and Furious. I almost killed them the next morning. ) I borrowed a scissor disconnector from a friend. Filter was off in three seconds. If you live some place they salt heavily make sure to check for other stuff while you're down there. I found some things that needed repair from rust while I was working. I don't go under too often since the neighborhood idiots always stop by with moronic comments about women or like to skid by to blow road dust in my face while I have my shoes poking out from underneath.

@Johnny53kgb-nsa 5 лет назад

Good video Chris. I was looking to see if you had any videos on the Ford five hundred, but didn't see any. I'm just curious as to what to watch for or be aware of. Thanks, JohnG

@panchoreyes1 8 лет назад

it is exact same procedure on 2008 ford focus and the same filter as allways an other great video Crisfix THX great idea the cap pen!!!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Francisco Reyes Awesome! Thanks for sharing bud!

@American_Devil 3 года назад

This guy is a genius

@jayx4489 8 лет назад

I love watching your vids :D

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Alpha Prox Awesome! Glad you enjoy them!

@titanniki412 8 месяцев назад

WOW! Looks easy! Gotta do mine.

@garciajr4413 Год назад

Thanks, great video

@charlesalbert957 8 лет назад

Easy for you. That nice ground clearance. I can almost get my hand under my 2002 Camaro. Guess I'll hafta get it greasy side up first . I do like that pen cap trick.

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+charles albert haha, the Vette is horrible in that sense too. That is why I have ramps.