robsst

Hi, I am trying to change the fuel filter in my 96 Maxima.

I depressurized the fuel system, disconnected the negative battery terminal.

I loosened the hose clamps from the fuel filter hoses and moved them away from the filter.

I cannot pull the stinking hoses off the filter! They are stuck. I managed to get both hands into the area. I held the fuel filter and pulled at the top hose as hard as I could, but it wouldn't budge!

I need some suggestions, Thanks!

Rob.

nick

iTrader: (10)

grab the filter with one hand and top hose with other hand , then twist and pull at the same time, it will take some effort but eventually the hose should slide off.

the bottom one is much easier - twist the filter back and forth while holding the bottom hose.

be patient, it will come off.



Nick.

wikidminds

itll take some time to get it off....hav patience

njmodi

iTrader: (4)

Don't pull on the hoses - that just makes them grip the flange tighter.

Some tips:
1. Get a stubby flathead screwdriver and use it to push the hose off using the top of the filter for leverage. Once the seal is broken, the hose will push off. The same is true for the bottom hose.

2. Use a big pair of pliers and crush the flange/metal tube of the filter that the hose has wrapped - then the hose comes of easily. (I've never done it this way, but plan on trying it next time I need to do mine).

3. When all else fails, you have enough slack in the hoses that you can just cut the old hoses off right above the flanges, and reuse the clamps on the slightly shorter hoses. (I've never done it this way either).

Go eat a PowerBar and keep at it!

goldtooth

iTrader: (56)

"1. Get a stubby flathead screwdriver and use it to push the hose off using the top of the filter for leverage. Once the seal is broken, the hose will push off. The same is true for the bottom hose."
Thats what I did.

Fr33way™

iTrader: (23)

You will more than likely get the bottom off 1st

Use the screwdriver method you should be able to free the bottom.
You can also crush the top part of the fuel filter and jiggle and move the hose around.
I used WD40 on both top and bottom and took my time.
Remember to use your mind not muscle (well, some muscle) they will come off.
Don't be alarmed by the little squirt of fuel you will get hahah

Best of luck to you, you'll get it.

robsst

I am giving up for tonight. I'll try again this weekend.

I just figured this was supposed to be simple, so I could pop the old one out and the new one in really quick. I guess I was wrong.

Thanks for all the suggestions, I will use them this weekend.

ImmaSquashYou

iTrader: (7)

get a screw driver, think about the chinese finger traps. thats how you're suppose to get the hose off. if you never had a chiense finger trap before, go to a store n buy one, put your fingers in it and get it out. that should be the same way to get the hose off....

P.S. THIS HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE FACT I'M ASIAN!!!!

PPS. if all fails, use pliers to crush the metal part of the fitler since its an oild filter and who cares if its broken since you're replacing it. but becareful, once you crush it, you HAVE to change the filter otehrwise..i dunno how you're gonna get your car to start..

99Automagic

I just grabbed the filter with my left hand, grabbed the hose with my right, and twisted as I pulled. I wouldn't call myself weak, but it did take a decent amount of effort. Took me longer than I thought, considering it's such a simple swap. Keep at it, just get a good grip on both parts and twist. Put a rag under it so you don't spill gas everywhere.