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996 Fuel Filter Replacement.....How??

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Here is a website I used for a DIY for the fuel filter R&R.
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996 Fuel Filter Replacement.....How??

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Any idea on how to replace the fuel filter on a 996 coupe?
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Nobody has ever changed the fuel filter on their 996??
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Any idea on how to replace the fuel filter on a 996 coupe?
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Nobody has ever changed the fuel filter on their 996??
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996 Fuel Filter Replacement.....How??

Run right underneath it and they block access

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However, the main coolant lines run right underneath it and they block access to the filter.
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996 Fuel Filter Replacement.....How??

Use needle nose pliers or something

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I am thinking I had to use needle nose pliers or something to get one of the clips off one end.
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Any idea on how to replace the fuel filter on a 996 coupe?
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996 Fuel Filter Replacement.....How??

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Nobody has ever changed the fuel filter on their 996??
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996 Fuel Filter Replacement.....How??

Run right underneath it and they block access

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However, the main coolant lines run right underneath it and they block access to the filter.
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Use diy

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Here is a website I used for a DIY for the fuel filter R&R.
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Use needle nose pliers or something

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I am thinking I had to use needle nose pliers or something to get one of the clips off one end.
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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Hello all, Any idea on how to replace the fuel filter on a 996 coupe? I found where it's at.............If you remove the center plastic cover underneath the car, its right in the middle of the center console tunnel. However, the main coolant lines run right underneath it and they block access to the filter. I'm pretty sure I can get the lines disconnected, but there is no way to take it out! Looks like you might have to drop the coolant lines just to change this filter?? That can't be!! There must be some sort of trick! If anyone can "shine some light" on this task.........it would be greatly appreciated! Thanks.

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Anyone??...........Anyone?? Nobody has ever changed the fuel filter on their 996??

POST 3Original post

I don't have access to ALLDATA right now but I can look later this week, if you'll still need the help.

POST 4Original post

Here is a website I used for a DIY for the fuel filter R&R. http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=7062 The hardest part is getting the car on jack stands and removing the under side plastic tray. after that it was a snap. Dennis

POST 5Original post

what year is your 996? 99-00 the fuel filter is in the tunnel under the car towards the middle of the car. the later cars don't have a serviceable filter.

POST 6Original post

I changed mine about 2 years ago. yes it is in a difficult spot, but you can get your arm up there. I remember that it was a pain to reach, and you have to maneuver around in a few different positions to get the clips on both ends out, but it is doable. I am thinking I had to use needle nose pliers or something to get one of the clips off one end.

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