99 xk8 fuel filter
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Mike Deshasier (05-24-2012)
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Kneel down at the door on the left of the car facing forward and take your right hand and reach under the car just behind the door and you will find it. If I recall that a fuel line separation tool is not the case on you’re my car.
Last edited by Gus; 11-24-2011 at 01:00 PM. Reason: Filter location & tool info
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rsdmitch7 (06-16-2020)
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A 5/16" socket and extension to loosen the filter clamp and 2 wrenches required.
20mm and 16mm (or 13/16" is a little large but works and a 5/8")
Spin the filter after the connectors are unscrewed to break the 'O'ring seals loose.
Pull the hoses out and jump out of the way as the gasoline drips for a while.
Tell the auto parts guy that you have a 1988 Chevy Pickup and get the filter cheaper.
bob gauff
20mm and 16mm (or 13/16" is a little large but works and a 5/8")
Spin the filter after the connectors are unscrewed to break the 'O'ring seals loose.
Pull the hoses out and jump out of the way as the gasoline drips for a while.
Tell the auto parts guy that you have a 1988 Chevy Pickup and get the filter cheaper.
bob gauff
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On the early ones you don't need the fuel line tool, just a wrench.
Few suggestions if I may:
-The cheap AC delco filter for ~10$ appears identical to the Jag one (even in the inside element), and works just the same!
- I didn't bother reinstalling the "cage" for the filter, it's held in place real tight with just the lines attached from both sides. This is the standard on most cars I've seen and the "cage" is a bit overkill imo, especially since it's so hidden away. Will make future replacements a breeze too.
- Remember to relieve the pressure before climbing under there, you don't want to get gas in your face!
Few suggestions if I may:
-The cheap AC delco filter for ~10$ appears identical to the Jag one (even in the inside element), and works just the same!
- I didn't bother reinstalling the "cage" for the filter, it's held in place real tight with just the lines attached from both sides. This is the standard on most cars I've seen and the "cage" is a bit overkill imo, especially since it's so hidden away. Will make future replacements a breeze too.
- Remember to relieve the pressure before climbing under there, you don't want to get gas in your face!
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rsdmitch7 (06-16-2020)
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Looks like you didn't read through this thread before posting the question.
1. where exactly is fuel filter located? - see Posts 2 and 3
2. see Post 4 for the tools required
3. see Post 5 for safety advice and money saving tips
Graham
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It's easiest to reach if you take off the left rear wheel. Then look for the fuel lines which run just below the bump-stop for the suspension. Follow those fuel lines forward, inboard from the wheel well and you'll see the fuel filter right there, partially hidden by a silvery corrugated heat shield.
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Mike Deshasier (05-24-2012)
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Did read them.
I did read them all and still wasn't quite sure. This is the first (and last) Jaguar I've owned. It is back to Mustangs. Them I know!
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I drove a 70s car for decades and used to park it for the winter, never have I even felt any worry about whether it will run as it was prior to parking, and sold used cars for a while as well, fixed many cars over the years, and never did I ever worry or feel so concerned as much as I have and am with the Jaguar brand.
Be carefull not to sneeze near these cars they might take a hissy fit and break down.
Regards,
Sid
Last edited by Hi-Velo-Sid-E; 03-01-2015 at 08:50 PM.
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A 5/16" socket and extension to loosen the filter clamp and 2 wrenches required.
20mm and 16mm (or 13/16" is a little large but works and a 5/8")
Spin the filter after the connectors are unscrewed to break the 'O'ring seals loose.
Pull the hoses out and jump out of the way as the gasoline drips for a while.
Tell the auto parts guy that you have a 1988 Chevy Pickup and get the filter cheaper.
bob gauff
20mm and 16mm (or 13/16" is a little large but works and a 5/8")
Spin the filter after the connectors are unscrewed to break the 'O'ring seals loose.
Pull the hoses out and jump out of the way as the gasoline drips for a while.
Tell the auto parts guy that you have a 1988 Chevy Pickup and get the filter cheaper.
bob gauff
Meet us half way get under the car and look for it. It is on the drivers side between the drivers door and the rear wheel as shown in the photo on post #3 & #12. This is a compact car with a lot of stuff added in places you would never expect. Expect the unexpected and good luck.
I think that it would be fair to say that if someone is going to take the initiative to post suggestions or directions, that one should assume there may some time down the road be a reader that may not be as knowledgeable about these cars as others, so maybe a complete and detailed post should be made, and especially if the poster is labeled as Tech Certified.
After reading your instructions i thought, sounds like a typical car fuel filter change, so I went out to do this today and luckily I only unscrewed one side before undoing all the other stuff, only to find out the fuel just kept coming and so i gave up after about half a gallon.
I was wondering why Gus would state to expect the unexpected when all this was about, was a inline fuel filter change, now I know.
To anyone reading posts and suggestions at this forum or any forum for that matter, be sure to triple check everything via other sources.
Regards,
Sid
Last edited by Hi-Velo-Sid-E; 03-02-2015 at 12:01 AM.
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Hi-Velo-Sid-E (03-05-2015)
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Hi Dave, thats what i was expecting, maybe a cup or so.
I tried with the gas cap open at first, the gas just kept coming.
Then I tried closing the gas cap, still kept coming.
Thank you,
Sid