hello out there, i'm trying to locate the fuel filter for my car. i understand that a fuel line separater tool is necessary and wondered what size i would need. any help would be appreciated thanx and happy thanksgiving

 

The filter is inside and above the left rear tire but it was my understanding that the early cars had bolt on connectors. Haven't had the opportunity to change mine yet but it is time.

. . . and welcome to the forum!

 

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.

 

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

 

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!

 

99 Jag XK8 Conv. Where exactly is fuel filter located? I've seen reply's of: left rear wheel, under the back seat, by the fuel rail. Anybody change one?

 

Mike,

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

 

The best is when you ask for it by part number, and the counter dude tells you that they can't get it because it's not popular so it's not made anymore. Then you get to explain that it is on just about every large vehicle made by GM in the last two decades.

Whoops.

 

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.

 

I did read them and still wasn't sure!! This is my first (and last I might add) Jaguar. It is back to Mustangs if I can get this thing running long enough to sell it!!!

 

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!

 

Looks like I touched a raw nerve!

Filter is to the left of the exhaust heat shield:



Graham

 

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.

 

honestly, the modern jag 1997 thru 2009ish is fairly straightforward, many systems are based on the fords during its ownership...u juat havent found enough parts labeled 'ford' yet to realize it.

 

this one works just fine


ACDelco GF652 Fuel Filter

 

I just installed a Purolator F33144 Fuel Filter on my 1998 XK8 - physically identical and perfect fit. Less than $10.00 from Amazon.
Mike

 

I know how you feel Mike, all i did was park my car for a month or two, and I still am not done trying to figure out when the repairs will come to an end, prior to that, me having the audacity to park it, the car ran perfectly and I never even got a message on the dash screen or error code. I even brought the car to the Jaguar dealership, spent about a grand and the car still isn't done. These Jaguar techs are supposed to be the experts and even they can't figure out sh*t else other than how to robb you.

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

 

Hi Bob, I edited this after the initial write up cause I just may have been directing my frustration in the wrong direction, but I have to say that I sure got quite alot more than just a drip of gasoline, I don't know if it was because the directions posted were incomplete or something else.

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

 

When I changed mine it only leaked about a cup of gas and the tank was more than half full. Except for skinning my knuckles when the line broke loose it went really smooth.


Dave

 

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