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Whiteknight
11-11-2003, 21:00
What size filter wrench do I need for the fuel filter? Is 3 1/2 to 3 7/8 the right size?
Idle_Chatter
11-12-2003, 03:03
Whiteknight, fuel filter cartridge is 4" in diameter.
Kennedy
11-12-2003, 10:29
I use the Craftsman rubber strap wrench when I need one, but typically, I R&R my own by hand.

The larger strap wrench is much better for stubborn filters.
Mike Fultz
11-13-2003, 12:38
I just changed mine on my '03 last week. I bought the rubber strap wrench from sears, but it would not work. I could not get the rubber strap between the filter and the block. I had to go to alternative 2..... big channel locks

Mike
Kennedy
11-13-2003, 14:54
Originally posted by Mike Fultz:
I just changed mine on my '03 last week. I bought the rubber strap wrench from sears, but it would not work. I could not get the rubber strap between the filter and the block. I had to go to alternative 2..... big channel locks

Mike You will have to "unloop" it and thread it in above the center point then reloop it...
BlueOx03
11-13-2003, 15:25
I use filter pliers made by K-D tools to remove mine.

I've been using these pliers for around 12 years now and I haven't run across a filter I can't remove with them. One size fits all.

Ox
WhiteDiesel
11-13-2003, 18:48
Since replacing the original, I have put on and taken off 6 filters with no tools. Yes the first one leaked, so I go about 7/8 of a full turn, instead of 3/4.
mdrag
11-13-2003, 20:57
I use a nylon strap wrench like the LISLE 63500 'BIG RANGE' FILTER WRENCH (http://www.lislecorp.com/tools/catalog/filters/index.htm).

http://www.lislecorp.com/images/specialty/catalog/filters/63500l.gif http://www.lislecorp.com/images/specialty/catalog/filters/63500in1.gif

You should be able to find them at Sear's or most auto parts stores.