Fuel Hoses And Fuel Filler Hoses; Fuel Filter Replacement; High-Pressure Side - Mazda MX-5 1990 Workshop Manual

F
FUEL SYSTEM
Installation note
Fuel hoses and fuel filler hoses
• Push the ends of the main fuel hose, fuel return hose, and evaporation hose onto the fuel tank fittings
at least 25mm (1.0 in).
• Push the fuel filler hose onto the fuel tank pipe and filler pipe at least 3Smm (1.4 in).
Power plant frame
• Install the power plant frame referring to the installation procedure on page J-46.
05UOFX-141
05UOFX-142
05UOFX-143
F-106
FUEL FILTER
Replacement
Low-pressure side (In-tank filter)
(Refer to page F-l09.)
High-pressure side
05UOFX-140
The fuel filter must be replaced at the intervals outlined in the
maintenance schedule,
Warning
• Before performing the following operation, release
the fuel pressure from the fuel system to reduce the
possibility of injury or fire. (Refer to page F-101.)
• When replacing fuel system components, keep
sparks, cigarettes, .and open flames away from the
fuel.
1, Raise the rear of the vehicle and support it with safety stands.
2. Remove the fuel filter protectoL
3, Disconnect the fuel hoses from the fuel filter,
4_ Remove the fuel filter and bracket.
Note
• When installing the filter, push the fuel hoses fully
onto the fuel filter.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
7.8-11 N·m (80-110 cm-kg, 69-95 in-Ib)