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Replacing a fuel filter on an 89 Mustang Is it easy to replace a fuel filter on an 89 mustang 2.3L, do u have to depressurize the fuel lines or just clamp them and replace the filter..?
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It is easy.Depressurize and replace it,do not clamp of the lines.
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ok but how to i depressurize it??
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You can do it by the schrader valve or loosen a line.Be careful and use a rag to catch the fuel.
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so if i take off the fuel filter and some gas comes out that is depressurizing it?? does it need to be repressurized
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It will repressureize it self.When you are done just cycle the key on and off a few times before you start it.
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oh ok? so i take the filter off and some gas comes out and its depressurized then i put it bak on and turn the key a couple times? not pump the gas pedal?
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No pump the gas pedal,the fuel pump will pressureize when you turn the key on and off.
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ok.............
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Replacing a fuel filter on an 89 Mustang 
