Is it nessary to change the fuel filter??

[Samiamthemustangman]

Every time I buy a car I change the fluids from radiator to rear end. If there is mechanic in the can I add that also. So far the vehicle is not having problems but I do both procedures as preventive matence. I use synthetic if it's available. Even in breakfluid.
When changing fluid it only makes sense to changecthe filter. Im old school. Id rather change the transmission filter than flush it. I know that's a loaded statement.
This is new to me. I've never herd of the only fuel filter being in the fuel tank. Have you changed the fuel filter? Did you notice it looking real bad? Should I only change the filter when replacing the fuel pump. Haven't looked. Is there a easy way to change the filter if it's nessary? If it's under the seat or drop the tank? I recently put Sea Fome high milage fuel treatment in it.

Sponsored

 

[Skye]

From the 2022 Owners Manual:

"Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime
fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel
tank. Regular maintenance or replacement
is not needed."

https://www.mustang6g.com/forums/threads/fuel-filter-replacement.133925/

There's at least one 6G thread discussing what the screen/filter looks like. Anyone who has put their hands on it or in those areas describes things as being clean and serviceable.

If the vehicle was a salvage or flood car, the pump and filter would be checked/replaced. Otherwise, there's no need to, unless you suspect the assembly has become contaminated.

FWIW, I have a similar setup in my truck. Eighteen years and countless amounts of fuel. I've never touched it.

 

[2015 Silver GT]

The fuel filter is meant to be non serviceable and there’s no need to touch it. Why are you replacing the fuel pump?

Sponsored