Fuel filter line clips

[Daniel L Brown]

Ok, I am a certified mechanic doing heavy equipment. I went to change the fuel filter and broke the fuel line clip. I go to the dealer to get a new clip (think it was green or blue) before pulling the line off the filter (fuel line still holding to filter) They tell me I have to buy a new fuel line because the clips for my year truck aren't made anymore. Is this true? I don't want to replace the line if I don't have too, anyone else have this issue?

 

[koda2000]

You used be able to get replacement clips (aftermarket) at most auto parts stores. You can also get line end repair pieces. Ford once told me I had to purchase an entire fuel line for $180 when all I needed was a O-ring for the fuel rail connection.

 

[Daniel L Brown]

You used be able to get replacement clips (aftermarket) at most auto parts stores. You can also get line end repair pieces. Ford once told me I had to purchase an entire fuel line for $180 when all I needed was a O-ring for the fuel rail connection.

Yes! They told me the line cost $200 dollars. I hate to pull off the fuel line till I know and have exactly what I need, I live 10 miles from the closest auto part store.

 

[koda2000]

Did you just break the stainless steel spring clip or the part that seals?

 

[Daniel L Brown]

Did you just break the stainless steel spring clip or the part that seals?

The plastic clip that retains the fuel line.

 

[koda2000]

The plastic clip that retains the fuel line.

My 01 Sport Trac does not have plastic clips. It has a round SS clip with little fingers on it. Maybe the 04 is different... ? Frankly the SS clips are a PITA to release. Maybe someone here with an 04 will help you.

I just looked up a fuel filter for an 04 and it looks just like mine.

Is it like these plastic clips?

 

[Daniel L Brown]

My 01 Sport Trac does not have plastic clips. It has a round SS clip with little fingers on it. Maybe the 04 is different... ? Frankly the SS clips are a PITA to release. Maybe someone here with an 04 will help you.

Thank you sir!

 

[koda2000]

Thank you sir!

Like these?

 

[Daniel L Brown]

Like these?

The one I almost got out was green or blue, Ford dealer said I need to buy the redesigned fuel line. Clips like that, yes if they fit.