32,000 miles on my 2003 Explorer and I want to change the fuel filter. I found the filter hidden behind a shield and I see that there are two styles of fittings. One looks like the type where a special tool is inserted around the tubing and into the fitting. The other two fittings look like there is some sort of red plastic keeper and I have no idea of what to do or what tool to use. Can anyone describe the tools and how they are used?
Thanks, Bob

 

YOU CAN GET THE TOOL FOR ONE SIDE FORM A PARTS STORE AND THR RED CLIPS COME OFF WITH A SMALL SCREW DRIVER BUT WORD OF ADVICE PAY SOME ONE TO DOIT IT WILL TAKE THEM 10 MINUTES

 

I got the tool from napa for about 20 bucks. Your crazy if you pay someone to do it!

 

i know that if i didnt have a hoist to do this job on i wouldnt do it never mind you better make sure you dont break those clips or you will be buying a line to go with your fuel filter...

 

Got the tool for one end - no problem, got a Chilton manual with detailed procedures and pictures for the two clips on other end - no problem. Oh, and I do have hoist in my garage which does make the job much easier.

Thanks for the responses, Bob