lcs Mixmaster Remailer <mix@anon.lcs.mit.edu> wrote in message
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> I have a 5th Gen Prelude 1998, and am at the dealer having an Oil Change.
They recommend I have the fuel filter replaced at a cost of 140.00. OUCH
seems that I should be able to do this with a good Manual.
>
> I hear the Chilton's is no good. Any Ideas ? How complicated would a fuel
filter change be ?
>

My 97-99 Prelude Service Manual (Helm) doesn't list any time or mileage for
replacing the fuel filter. Unless fuel pressure drops below 40-47psi with
the fuel pressure regulator vacuum hose disconnected and pinched (per the
manual) or you know you have contamination, why bother?

George hit the nail on the head with the bottom connection to the filter
being a bear. The manual shows a 14mm and 19mm "crowfoot" adapter being
used on the bottom (27 lb-ft) with just a regular 17mm socket on the top
banjo bolt (25lb-ft). They also recommend replacing the two washers on the
top fitting.

J.