Fuel filter change?

[freemand1]

I have a 2000 , 7.3L turbo diesel and have been changing my fuel filter ( located on top of the engine) with a strap wrench, it is becoming harder and harder now. Is there a easier way?

[mschn99]

there is a wrench that is actually made for that cap. the one i own at work is made by OTC. im sure you can find on on EBAY or through a parts house (napa, autozone, carquest, etc)......but if you cant, let me know and we can work getting you one out. i can order them off of fords website which offers techs tools through OTC and other vendors.....Marc

[mschn99]

here are some ebay options...

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[gcop]

Last time I changed mine it came with a new top, it has a big Torx slot in the center.

[mschn99]

Originally Posted by gcop

Last time I changed mine it came with a new top, it has a big Torx slot in the center.

just dont lose the factory top tony, thast why the aftermarkets do that......

[freemand1]

Thanks, I just purchased one, I think this will help, anything beats crawling on top of the engine with a strap wrench.

[mschn99]

Originally Posted by freemand1

Thanks, I just purchased one, I think this will help, anything beats crawling on top of the engine with a strap wrench.

anytime man, glad we could help

[ProGunProgressive]

Can somebody explain the fuel filter swap process to a newbie?

After I get the right tool to open it, and swap in a new filter, do I have to fill the filter bowl up with fuel or something to make sure there's no air in it?

What's the proper procedure?

Thanks!

[Clay Henry]

I just changed mine Saturday - both fuel filters on my 6.0 PSD. I didn't pour fuel in the bowl after putting the new filter in. I just put the cap back on and turned the ingition on the accessory position to allow the fuel system to pressurize and check for leaks. No leaks so i started it right up and it ran just fine. I also wondered if air would get in there but it did not.

[ProGunProgressive]

That was my thought as well, but I've heard that you can get the fuel delivery airlocked if you don't bleed it out first, was wondering if there's anything to that.