1995 Oldsmobile 98 Fuel Filter

1995 OLDSMOBILE 98
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COFFINSUPPLY
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1995 Oldsmobile 98 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 158k miles


Hi,
I would like to change the fuel filter, how to get to the passenger side fuses so I can release the fuel pressure?

Thanks.

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Aug 15, 2010 at 8:07 PM
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Hi coffinsupply, Welcome to 2carpros and TY for the donation Remove fuse no.6 20amp-see pic


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_fuse_18.jpg

FUEL PRESSURE RELIEF WARNING:Always relieve fuel pressure before disconnecting any fuel injection-related component. DO NOT allow fuel to contact engine or electrical components. Fuel system is under pressure. Relieve pressure before servicing fuel system. Fuel pressure may be relieved using one of 2 different methods. One method is to disconnect fuel pump connector. Start engine and allow to run until it stops. Operate starter for 3 seconds to remove remaining fuel from fuel lines. Reconnect fuel pump once repair is complete. The other method is to install Fuel Pressure Gauge (J-34730-1) on fuel pressure test port. When installing fuel pressure gauge, wrap shop towel
Aug 15, 2010 at 8:25 PM
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Thanks, That gives me some idea. But first thing first, how do I actually get to the fuse box?
Aug 15, 2010 at 8:28 PM
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Its on the R/H side of dash near the computer-


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_relay_34.jpg

Aug 15, 2010 at 8:45 PM
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HI, What kind of fitting does it have? Do I need special tools to remove this?


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/562038_DSC00001_1.jpg


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/562038_DSC00003_2.jpg

Sep 10, 2010 at 8:40 PM
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Yes you do
Sep 10, 2010 at 11:53 PM
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Could you be more specific?
Sep 11, 2010 at 4:10 PM
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You need this tool its either 5/16 or 3/8


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_ffr_1.jpg

Standard use is either clamp it around the hose or insert the tool into the connector and push both tool and hose towards each other usually you have to wiggle it a little bit it should pop loose fairly easily.
Sep 11, 2010 at 6:35 PM
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Thanks , now this is where I stand.
When I try to do Relieve pressure by removing the #6 fuse, the car would not run and throws out AC...Hot disabled. So I'm wondering live removing of the fuse while car is running bad for the electrical system?
Sep 13, 2010 at 4:16 PM
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Just do below to remove/depressurize the fuel pressure to change out the fuel filter

One method is to disconnect fuel pump connector. Start engine and allow to run until it stops. Operate starter for 3 seconds to remove remaining fuel from fuel lines. Reconnect fuel pump once repair is complete.
Sep 13, 2010 at 6:57 PM
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Thanks, but since I'm a complete new to this I need a diagram of some sort on where to disconnect the fuel pump and it's location.
Sep 13, 2010 at 7:29 PM
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I figure that in the very beginning -The fuel pump connector is on the back I have no exact location for you, also when you remove fuse no.6 and crank the engine a few times it will depressurize the system, of course its not gonna start you disable the fuel pump-
Sep 13, 2010 at 7:39 PM