Changed the Fuel Filter ,,,WOW

whyask · Feb 24, 2008

OK so I was just getting right around 180 miles to a full tank in the city.. now im a very spirted driver (damn NASA racing ) but i just thought that the new mustangs sucked monkey nuts when it came to good gas MPG.... but i recently did my 10000 mile tune up and decided since I was under the car I would change the fuel filter.. and WOW im glad i did, that thing looked like it was draggd in mud ...I did a complete fuel system flush and new filter changed all my fluids out with RP and HOLY ****ZZZAA ! 240 in the city with very spirted driving . And this whole time i though my tune just sucked ! Its always the simple things we forget to check ! Just thought I would share my NOOB moment !

DarkFireGT · Feb 24, 2008

Yup. I'll be doing that soon, too. I've heard a lot of people say their fuel filters were terrible.

kooldawg6 · Feb 24, 2008

41K miles and never checked my fuel filter, but I still manage between 280-300 miles per tank.

KaPPaBaLL · Feb 25, 2008

we got spirit yes we do! we got spirit how about youuu!

i did that with my 02 gt at about 60k.. you know the outcome..

tr7driver · Feb 25, 2008

Where is the fuel filter? Is there a DIY for this?

bigcat · Feb 25, 2008

i should be doing this on my 05 GT and my brother in laws 06 GT vert in the near future. we are both in the 23-27k mile range.

The Fang · Feb 25, 2008

OK OK OK I'll change `my fuel filter' dear dont nag me. Now lets see the cost of the fuel filter and atleast three beers.
What happen to the easy days of putting the fuel filter where you can get to it.

whyask · Feb 25, 2008

have fun dropping the tank ! J/K

here is the write up its half way down the page !
http://www.allfordmustangs.com/foru...70987-tech-links-with-index-2.html#post630042

walter · Feb 25, 2008

So what's the problem?

Ford put crappy fuel filters from the factory that clog up in a second and kill the gas mileage? If that's so I gotta ditch mine in a hurry because i'm getting 270-290 on the freeway. That's pretty damn bad I have to say.

Any recommendations on a good replacement brand?

Spdfreak · Feb 25, 2008

I've got 26k and get 275 miles per tank.

whyask · Feb 25, 2008

i ent wih fram..so far so good....! I change my ful filtr every 12000 miles, i know its weird but on these cars its litrally a 10 minute job.....!

scottfree · Feb 26, 2008

i havent changed my filter since i got my car when it was new. i have 30k now but i have never got more then 210 miles on a tank and thats if i putter around town and go under 70 on the freeway for the duration of the tank. think im gonna change mine. hope it helps me out..

whyask · Feb 26, 2008

GOOD GOD MAN..30k its recommend at 15000, yeh look at the write up on here its SUPER EASY !!!! I have H&R super sports and my car SITS on the ground and I didnt even use a jack !

walter · Feb 26, 2008

In my old 240sx I could use a 300ZX twin turbo filter which was larger (better flow more cleaning element) is it the same with GT and the GT500 or are they both the same size fuel filters? A lot of parts websites make the distinction but they never show a parts item for the GT500.

NotQuik · Feb 26, 2008

never would have guessed, I have almost 21k on mine in 7 months and am getting between 350-400 to a tank. Never hurts to change it out though.

KaPPaBaLL · Feb 26, 2008

1Bad89Coupe said:
never would have guessed, I have almost 21k on mine in 7 months and am getting between 350-400 to a tank. Never hurts to change it out though.

you must have that new 7 speed tranny ford will be producing in the near future.

kooldawg6 · Feb 26, 2008

1Bad89Coupe said:
never would have guessed, I have almost 21k on mine in 7 months and am getting between 350-400 to a tank. Never hurts to change it out though.

400 miles out of every last drop of 16 gals=25MPG
I've NEVER gotten more than 315 and that was a whole tank cruising between 60-70 on the interstate.

garbledwords · Feb 27, 2008

How do I release the fuel system pressure?

kooldawg6 · Feb 27, 2008

garbledwords said:
How do I release the fuel system pressure?

+1

Art161 · Feb 27, 2008

garbledwords said:
How do I release the fuel system pressure?

Very carefully.

Per the Ford 2007 Mustang Workshop Manual:

1. NOTE: the fuel pump module fuse is located in the bussed electrical center, location F41.

Remove the fuel pump module fuse.

2. Start the engine and allow it to idle until it stalls.

3. After the engine stalls, crank the engine for approximately 5 seconds to make sure the fuel injection supply manifold pressure has been released.

4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.

5. When fuel system service is complete, install the fuel pump module fuse.

6. NOTE: It may take more than one key cycle to pressurize the fuel system.

Cycle the ignition key and wait 3 seconds to pressurize the fuel system. Check for leaks before starting the engine.

7. Start the vehicle and check the fuel system for leaks.

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