Change that FP filter!

This filter had a bit over 100K miles on it and I only use tier 1 fuel, mostly Sunoco and Exxon.

I took a quick drive and immediately noticed a seat of the pants difference in pep.

The whole procedure took about 2 hours, most of which was spent cleaning the top of the tank to prevent all the accumlulated crap from falling in. I was also doing my best not to spill fuel everywhere, so I went slow.

This is the access plate in the floor which is easily accessed by removing the 2 center row seats (4 bolts each) and pulling back the carpet. I needed to remove the 2 plastic steps and rear door runners.

By the way, the silver material you see under the carpet is McMaster fiberlass insulation. I put down 2 layers from the firewall back to that seam in the carpet. Rearward of the seam I used the thicker heatshield stuff from whatever manufacturer is a sponsor on Mud. Forgot the name. Didn't want to use that stuff in the footwells where it will get wet and hold water. I have enough rust.

Here is the old filter next to the new one and associated part numbers. I always replace the top gasket when doing this. Don't forget a new little metal clip that holds the filter in place. It will most likely get buggered when removing it.