Here’s What Happens if You Don’t Change the Fuel Filter in Your Car

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  • Why you should change your fuel filter. Here’s what happens if you don’t change the fuel filter in your car, DYI with Scotty Kilmer. How to replace fuel filter. When should I change my fuel filter? How often should I change my fuel filter? Reasons why you should change your fuel filter. Fuel filter replacement. Everything you need to know about fuel filters. You never want to keep a clogged fuel filter in your car. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 50 years.
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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  6 ปีที่แล้ว +83

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    • @type2523
      @type2523 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Scotty Kilmer would be great to make totorials (analytical type )like how to rebuild a carb ,how to rebuild break system etc etc

    • @JesusSanchez-ee7re
      @JesusSanchez-ee7re 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Scotty Kilmer Scotty is have a 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is hard to replace the fuel filter?

    • @chaddentandt9868
      @chaddentandt9868 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not sure if you have covered this, but is there a real difference in the "Summer" blend and "Winter" blend gasoline? Thank you!!

    • @LWNDmax
      @LWNDmax 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Scotty I need some help where is my fuel filter on my 06 silverado 1500?

    • @RichWitGame
      @RichWitGame 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Scotty Kilmer What do you think about reusable/washable oil filters? Also, what is your take on "plasma" plugs and/or ignition systems?

  • @AccordionJoe1
    @AccordionJoe1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +142

    The problem with having the fuel filter changed is that you have to trust the mechanic or service tech at the dealer to do it right. The danger with regular maintenance is that often the car comes out of the shop worse than when it went in.

    • @codywinn4660
      @codywinn4660 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Then learn how to do it yourself

    • @LastDonMakaveli
      @LastDonMakaveli ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Did it myself💯💪🏾

    • @chief5981
      @chief5981 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      😂 😂 😂… the mechanic? who pays for a mechanic when we’ve got TH-cam and Hanes manual

    • @Dzugashvili
      @Dzugashvili 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      As others say, do it yourself. It's not super difficult, just need to pay attention and don't rush.

    • @TheFruitingChamber
      @TheFruitingChamber 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Bruh fuel filter I could change at 16….

  • @mcgyverb1664
    @mcgyverb1664 6 ปีที่แล้ว +648

    Auto manufacturers are using the term lifetime, knowing it’s a damn lie.

    • @vaguincolombia
      @vaguincolombia 6 ปีที่แล้ว +93

      yes for them, the life span of a car should be 4 - 5 years then is a complete garbage, thats a lifetime for them

    • @mcgyverb1664
      @mcgyverb1664 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Alejo Colombia lol true facts.

    • @outdoorsguy
      @outdoorsguy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      It means lifetime of the warranty.

    • @mcgyverb1664
      @mcgyverb1664 6 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Outdoorsguy some people hate having extra money in their wallet, so they go directly to the stealership, and buy the manufacturer parts, or better yet, they drive by the small business mechanic, and pay $800 for a brake pad replacement.

    • @danielrobinson2861
      @danielrobinson2861 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Mcgyver B I call them idiots.

  • @christophermarshall5765
    @christophermarshall5765 6 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I'm with you on this one!! I helped one guy out who's car had a blocked secondary filter. This car is a Mercedes 300D turbo diesel. Poor guy spent over $2k having the injection pump replaced in a modern workshop, yet they did not find, or fix the problem. His car then stopped on the side of a major highway. I pulled over to help him, & I replaced this little filter. He was mobile in a few minutes. The cost of this little filter was less than $10.

    • @Jack51971
      @Jack51971 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Same happened to me....I figured it out myself $500 bucks later.

    • @christophermarshall5765
      @christophermarshall5765 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Jack51971 not good.

  • @mattwalls1340
    @mattwalls1340 6 ปีที่แล้ว +304

    Thanks for the help over the years Scotty.

  • @Sseltraeh89
    @Sseltraeh89 6 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I've been keeping the filter in my trunk and delaying the change for few months now and you just scared me to pull my head out of my bottom and do it ASAP, thank you, Scotty.

  • @silvergrizzly316
    @silvergrizzly316 6 ปีที่แล้ว +295

    Mr. Scotty, I just love how you explain the mechanics of cars. So easily understood, Thank You Sir!👍👍

    • @badass6300
      @badass6300 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      +Silver Grizzly
      understanding them and learning them is easy, on the other hand fixing and especially designing them is the hard part.

    • @SILVERSTRIPE_
      @SILVERSTRIPE_ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@badass6300 hard work but it pays off.

    • @badass6300
      @badass6300 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +SILVERSTRIPE PSN
      it pays off the first few times, then by the 500th time you are doing the same job it gets annoying or boring. No matter the activity it gets boring or at the very least a lot less enjoyable the more you do it after you have either mastered it(if possible) or have become very good at it.

    • @livefreeordie7236
      @livefreeordie7236 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too.

    • @arturoguia1160
      @arturoguia1160 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the tips scotty..

  • @PaulC1980
    @PaulC1980 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I'm 16 years in this trade and have only ever changed petrol fuel filters on my own cars, it's just not done, I don't think I've ever seen one changed in any garage I've worked in, however we do diesel ones all the time, great piece of knowledge from this video, especially about running lean codes. Thanks Scotty, always enjoy your content 👍

  • @MartijnLely
    @MartijnLely 6 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Dammit Scotty! Every time I think I finally replaced and maintained every single part of my car, you come up with something new...
    There goes my weekend. ;)

  • @stanroberts4820
    @stanroberts4820 6 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    Just changed my fuel filter a week ago at 271,000 miles, and still going strong.

    • @fatlardshowernow234
      @fatlardshowernow234 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Stan Roberts I read somewhere that said if you replace it at over 100k, it might kill the fuel pump. Probably nonsense right? My car’s at 194k so I’m a little nervous to replace it

    • @stanroberts4820
      @stanroberts4820 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@fatlardshowernow234 my fuel pump is still fine, now at near 275,000 and doing fine. If you are worried, change them both,and have peace of mind.

    • @stanroberts4820
      @stanroberts4820 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @ThePariss333 mine is a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. Everything works perfect.

    • @Hypnodog_
      @Hypnodog_ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Changed the fuel filter for the first time at 105k miles. Pump still works fine 10k miles later and I get more performance and better mpg

    • @SickCorruption
      @SickCorruption 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@fatlardshowernow234 not nonsense.

  • @bryanoliver5550
    @bryanoliver5550 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Great coverage , in 1982 a friend , Joe , his girlfriend poured a bag of sugar into his trucks gas tank . Joe bought a bag of brass filters , every time truck stop running , he change little filter then all be good , down the road until sugar plugged the next little filter . It took around a week to clear sugar from tank , his exhaust smelled like Frosted Flakes .

    • @Eternal_Tech
      @Eternal_Tech 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Then some wonder why domestic violence exists.

  • @SteveAubrey1762
    @SteveAubrey1762 6 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    I'm getting a 2013 Ford F350 SD diesel, my brother is giving it too me. Your videos have given me a list of things I want to check and stay on top of when I get the truck. I fly general aviation airplanes, Cessnas&Pipers. I love old WW2 airplanes and go to airshows all the time. The combat life expectancy of these aircraft in the 1940s was measured in combat hours. The examples we see flying today are 75 to 80 years old. If you had told the engineers who designed these planes that they would last this long they'd think you were cracked. My point in all that is, properly maintained, a machine will last forever. I want to maintain my (new to me) truck!
    Thanks for another great video Scotty!

    • @BmwMe-uh9sy
      @BmwMe-uh9sy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Jack Aubrey so your brother is pretty much giving you a POS

    • @IHaveArrived
      @IHaveArrived 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Only to chumps who drive bmws.

    • @eightosaurusspelunk1598
      @eightosaurusspelunk1598 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jack Aubrey I love those old planes. And flying must be an interesting job!

    • @clintadams8451
      @clintadams8451 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bmw M3 e46, everyone knows BMW stands for Badly Made Wagon

    • @goldwingman1500
      @goldwingman1500 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fly a real Plane spitfire Mk11 Merlin .

  • @bkblindside3884
    @bkblindside3884 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    It's actually ridiculous how much I like Scotty's videos..

  • @TheBarbarian777
    @TheBarbarian777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Hey Scotty, Like everyone else who visits your channel..I can't thank you enough for sharing your knowledge and and wisdom! I really do like how you give a full explination of what you are looking at or working on. You're awesome mate! God bless you!

  • @mr.g.9685
    @mr.g.9685 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Scotty, I simply can't thank you enough for your amazing wealth of knowledge and ease of explanation. I've learned so much from watching your videos and have had fun along the way. Thanks again!

  • @WHOTEEWHO
    @WHOTEEWHO 6 ปีที่แล้ว +136

    Love the videos Scotty. Thank you so much! Been watching for years

    • @markbingamon9351
      @markbingamon9351 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      WHO_TEE_WHO Hootie Hoo that's how voice text works LOL. Anyway I thoroughly enjoy your videos young man...

  • @jorgeromero1502
    @jorgeromero1502 6 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    My car is fine 99% of the time, I just love watching Scotty's videos haha

    • @chargermaster586
      @chargermaster586 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jorge Romero Facts.

    • @NeverTalkToCops1
      @NeverTalkToCops1 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Jorge Hell, I don't have a car (over 20 years, ha ha) and watch Scotty's videos. Entertaining, plus the commenters actually posting about their Buicks with 783,000 miles is a hoot. They don't know the meaning of statistical outlier.

    • @jorgeromero1502
      @jorgeromero1502 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Armando Sturzenegger lmao I did but life is hectic rn got no time :/

  • @stevenkunkle3857
    @stevenkunkle3857 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You walked me through changing my spark plug and now you're helping with my fuel filter! Thanks Scotty!

  • @LightsaberGoBrrrrrr
    @LightsaberGoBrrrrrr 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    With the help of one of your old fuel filter videos, I changed that along with the air filter/spark plugs,cleaned MAF and throttle body, flushed the brake fluid from master cylinder etc. in my '98 impreza. You have allowed me to feel like I'm actually a real mechanic which is not true but it's nice to feel like that 😂 Thank you Scotty, another great video

  • @aarongabrielrivera392
    @aarongabrielrivera392 6 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I love the videos! they are very helpful! Subbed and turned the bell on!

  • @bleartigaming7735
    @bleartigaming7735 6 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    I wish there were mechanichs like scotty in my country

    • @20alphabet
      @20alphabet 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      First you need cars.

    • @bleartigaming7735
      @bleartigaming7735 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      20alphabet and good mechanics

    • @Saaaaab
      @Saaaaab 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Do simple stuff yourself and find a private mechanic who you can trust to do bigger jobs. Or even a mechanic who doesn't mind doing the job in front of you. That's what I do.

    • @afiqalbawah4039
      @afiqalbawah4039 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@20alphabet why the hell he's here of he dont have one? i dont stay and watch this video if i dont have one...

  • @19Ter67
    @19Ter67 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have truly been enjoying your videos! I’m learning so much from you & you explain things so simply. I have a 2007 Chrysler 300 over 107k miles & a 2001 Jaguar S 3.0 at 62.5k miles. Your vlog about the transmission fluid was very helpful too!

  • @hiddekelcantarero3649
    @hiddekelcantarero3649 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Scotty! Iv been watching your how-to videos on almost everything. You've literally saved me THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS in labor cost. Keep it up!!!

  • @JonnyDIY
    @JonnyDIY 6 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    Guess I need to go change the Fuel Filter on my Cars now! 😲

    • @Davido50
      @Davido50 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jonny DIY yup!

    • @enmanuelporras2226
      @enmanuelporras2226 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It’s a good idea! I changed mine on a 02 Montero Sport with 230k and gotten better gas mileage!

    • @eduardodiaz5762
      @eduardodiaz5762 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just changed mine on the 83 corolla, along with mechanical Fuel pump. Easy as pie, now just need to clean up the Carburetor with some fuel additives, and like new with 350,000 miles.

  • @rosejacobs9856
    @rosejacobs9856 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks for great advice as always Scotty. Just ran into a fuel pressure problem after changing the injectors on a 2001 eclipse. Thankfully the pump is in under the backseat. Upon inspection the "sock" on the bottom of the pump was sucking closed and the filter unit was nasty. Was worried that the filter wasn't sold separately. Thankfully, was able to get both pieces. Run decent at idle and all sensors and regulator tested good but no gas was getting there intermittently when you pressed the gas pedal.

  • @jdjd2465
    @jdjd2465 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    awesome segment im at the shop and got all the commercial guys at advanced auto store
    watching the Guru at work

  • @puertoricansithlord4129
    @puertoricansithlord4129 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm 1 of your newest subscribers and I must say, your videos are very informative and sometimes hilarious with your examples which makes them fun to watch as well. Recommend your channel to all my friends. Keep up the good work

  • @deanwall7522
    @deanwall7522 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    helpful video scotty, didn't know some cars actually hide the filter in the fuel tank. thanks for the info

  • @jakeguitarbass7209
    @jakeguitarbass7209 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Scotty I replace my fuel filter EVERY year. With my 1999 Mazda MX-5 the fuel filter is located underneath the tank and it has those real pain in the rear end plastic "quick release" clips. I even cut open my last years filter and it was already getting dark black. So would you agree even if a car hasn't done a huge amount of miles in a year... the filter can still go bad?

  • @bazzybazon2525
    @bazzybazon2525 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great gantry camera work in on-screen delivery -- no waste, edited tight... a joy to watch.

  • @selfmade128
    @selfmade128 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man this channel is so informative and very much detailed! Keep the good work SK!

  • @25-8
    @25-8 6 ปีที่แล้ว +474

    Getting to a point where maintaining a car can be quite expensive

    • @geoftle
      @geoftle 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Audiofilio True that, just to keep it on the road

    • @tanker9987
      @tanker9987 6 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Not really, over the life of the vehicle, maintenance is only a few dollars a day, usually less than the cost of fuel.

    • @25-8
      @25-8 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      paulparoma lol not even a dollar a day wtf is he talking about! Gas isn’t cheap and your wasting at least $5-10 if you really want to be technical with it.

    • @Ihavetruth22
      @Ihavetruth22 6 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      You can see what these dishonest companies are doing. They don't want you to fix your own car. Does the government need to lay out some laws just like we have crash standards. Its all BS. This is the big screwjob that the car review sites never mention.

    • @SUGAR_XYLER
      @SUGAR_XYLER 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Audiofilo
      Take the bus 😁

  • @rinr7052
    @rinr7052 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is a sign. They told me I needed to replace the fuel filter. Then I saw this. Guess I'm going to replace my fuel filter next paycheck. Thanks for the video. Now I know why I can't just brush it off >.

  • @theimaginator16
    @theimaginator16 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos just get better and better. So informative! Keep doing what you're doing.

  • @kareemabdul3773
    @kareemabdul3773 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Please don’t die bro u helped me enough in life

  • @closertothetruth9209
    @closertothetruth9209 6 ปีที่แล้ว +507

    Modern cars are a Royal pain in the butt

    • @deanwall7522
      @deanwall7522 6 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      Agreed. If it ain't broke don't fix it. Keep it simple.

    • @fohatadri
      @fohatadri 6 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Carburated cars were worse

    • @angus823
      @angus823 6 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Get a toyota celica

    • @_Ambition124
      @_Ambition124 6 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      Try owning a german vehicle ... those things are built to never be taken apart....

    • @BmwMe-uh9sy
      @BmwMe-uh9sy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      themobbkillas you mean built to be fixed alot

  • @iliaslamari7315
    @iliaslamari7315 6 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    About 2 years ago my father bought a Citroën Xsara break (French station wagon). It drove and ran fine, but after half a year the car started to smoke and ran on 3 cylinders. Okay, no problem, we thought the ignition coil was broken and replaced it. It didn't work. So we brought it to a Citroën dealer for a scan. (We don't have fancy scan tools) And they found 1 code: "no ignition in cylinder 3" So we replaced the injector, but that did not help either. Ad that point we were really pist off and didn't know what to do. Once under the car we saw a filter that was a little bit rusty on the outside. We replaced it and the problem was solved. It turned out to be the original fuel filter from 2004 and after we saw it open, it was completely black from the rust and junk. That was a wise lesson. Always replace a fuel filter with the engine oli when you buy a cheap second-hand car...

    • @waterheaterservices
      @waterheaterservices 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ilias Lamari I'm still mad at France because of a 1972 Renault R-12 that I owned.

    • @MSDjMichaelSlash
      @MSDjMichaelSlash 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That is the first thing I did after buying my second hand opel corsa B. After changing oil filter and gas filter alongside with oil it runs a lot smoother

    • @eduardodiaz5762
      @eduardodiaz5762 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yup, just do a whole tune up will save you trouble;New Spark plugs, Distributor cap/ignition wires, air filter, Oil filter, Fuel filter, oil change, fill up transmission fluid, check/top up radiator fluid, change brake pads, inspect tires, check battery alternator, inspect steering rack, fill up Power steering, and fill up brake fluid. That should be a basic full Tune up, then your car would be guaranteed to run another 10,000 miles til next checkup. Always replace old car batteries, before you drive em daily too. Being stranded is not fun.

    • @eduardodiaz5762
      @eduardodiaz5762 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Also would point out to use additives on your fuel when first buying it, you never know how badly the fuel pump was treated by last owner, and you wanna be using the fuel injector cleaner as well.

    • @VortechBand
      @VortechBand 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Frank. T The new Renaults are supposedly quite reliable.

  • @lorenablanca5813
    @lorenablanca5813 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    HEY! Scotty! Thank you for all your work! Keep it up young man!

  • @matthewnewland7340
    @matthewnewland7340 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Started watching these for mechanical help. Now just watch them for enjoyment. So glad I found this channel

  • @JuniorLexus6692
    @JuniorLexus6692 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Excellent video Scotty I didn't know that a clogged fuel filter can overheat and burn out your catalytic converter over time.👍🏽🇺🇸🇯🇲💯🏎💥💨🗯💭
    I drive a 2004 Lexus ES330 which is smooth riding over NY crappy roads and last but not least it's very reliable and ages like fine wine🥂 & not like milk🥛 like some other brands.🤗🤣

    • @zaphod888
      @zaphod888 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Junior Lexus - it overheats because the engine won't have enough fuel if the pressure is low. But, it will still be drawing in the correct amount of air, so the fuel/air mixture in the cylinder will have too much oxygen for the amount of fuel that's there (that's what it means to run lean; the opposite is rich when there's too much fuel for the oxygen to burn). When the engine is lean, the excess oxygen makes the combustion in the cylinder happen faster than it's supposed to, which generates extra heat. So the air coming out of the engine is hotter than it should be, and that overheats the cat (and the muffler).
      The opposite can happen if the air filter is clogged - the engine can't pull air in properly so it ends up with too little oxygen (i.e. too much fuel - otherwise known as "rich"), so it burns slowly and incompletely and generates less heat than it should. Adding a bit more gas actually used to be one way that older injection systems would cool the engine - deliberately making it run a little rich to cool it off.

  • @bcgreen7479
    @bcgreen7479 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    NICE JOB SCOTTY!

  • @martinp.9853
    @martinp.9853 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great informative video! You are the best of the best Scotty when it comes to car knowledge and know-how!

  • @Ekundert1300
    @Ekundert1300 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a wonderful knowledgeable guy!!! Love it!! And your editing!!!! I will definitely keep watching 👍🏻

  • @a51m786
    @a51m786 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Scotty, wouldn’t fuel additives clean up the fuel system when used?

  • @RWoody1995
    @RWoody1995 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    "Lifetime", Translates to: "Until the original warranty expires"

  • @dannyjohal8984
    @dannyjohal8984 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am a car mechanic from England UK I watch your videos every night thank you very much your the best of the best

  • @Ste8888
    @Ste8888 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I learn something watching every one of your videos Scotty.Thanks for uploading and sharing your knowledge!.

  • @MrWilliam.Stewart
    @MrWilliam.Stewart 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Most useful tip thank you Scotty

  • @EvilMonkey7818
    @EvilMonkey7818 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have a strong feeling after replacing multiple parts in my emissions system and still having codes pop up that the fuel filter is at the root of the problem. 308K miles on the car, thinking I should replace the fuel filter now for the first time!!

    • @wmluna381
      @wmluna381 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did it improve things after you changed it out?

  • @neftv1
    @neftv1 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great video with valuable information.Thank you scotty... You looked like your in a sauna there in Houston. I hope you staying cool and hydrating so you be in good health to make more videos.

  • @dougronson5777
    @dougronson5777 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Scotty that is great advice, thanks so much. Knowledge is power and you give us tons. Thanks

  • @ClusterHeadSurvivor
    @ClusterHeadSurvivor 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Many GMs have fuel filters in the tank and GM recommends a very highly concentrated fuel system cleaner you pour into the tank. It cleans the filter well. Any sediment that gets on the float and filter it removes. Smarter to pour in the tank once or twice a year is better than having to have your tank dropped !! the GM cleaner is so strong we even had no starts come in and poured this in and it started ! Excellent video Scott....every vehicle owner should watch. Perhaps do one on a Diesel !

    • @vadimnesen8060
      @vadimnesen8060 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      ClusterHeadSurvivor how can a chemical break up all the stuff in there... Without ruining something gpod

    • @MrPittsbrother
      @MrPittsbrother 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ClusterHeadSurvivor, with every engine service my mechanic always adds fuel system conditioner, I'm presuming that's a similar cleaning substance. Maybe because it's got a difficult to replace filter, I'll find out next time If i remember to ask. 05 Alfa Romeo V6.

    • @johnyoung468
      @johnyoung468 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Universal Power I add Compelete Fuel System Cleaner in my car every 3000 mles.

    • @stinkycheese804
      @stinkycheese804 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That type of cleaner only breaks up varnish deposits from old gas, will do nothing for the rust deposits which usually end up clogging the filter (provided you only buy gas at reputable stations that are well maintained). If the vehicle does sit with old gas in it, certainly use a fuel system cleaner, then run a top tier gas brand which has it's own special detergent additive package do keep deposits down.

  • @racksonracks1833
    @racksonracks1833 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    When I was a young mechanic in the 60s😂😂 that’s a classic

  • @carlalaban5483
    @carlalaban5483 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice. One Scotty thanks for all the help you've given us over all these years

  • @electric_thumbs
    @electric_thumbs 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Scotty! Now I understand what happened to my first car when it showed an overheating catalytic converter. I always wondered why it did that.

  • @stuffhappensdownsouth9899
    @stuffhappensdownsouth9899 6 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    don't let your ride run out of gas in a older car once the fuel hits the bottom of the tank it sucks up all the sediment and rust that's been brewing for years and will clog your fuel filter

    • @markbingamon9351
      @markbingamon9351 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Jay Means yes that's a very good point!!! I've also been told to always keep at least a half a tank of gas... if you constantly let it run close to empty it will overheat the fuel pump... The gasoline actually dissipates the Heat and cools the fuel pump is my understanding

    • @weibernipple
      @weibernipple 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Mark Bingamon but they say modern gas degrades very quickly. Filling at half a tank means there’s always half a tank of bad gas in the car. What to do?

    • @vadimnesen8060
      @vadimnesen8060 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Have you seen that yourself? Or just heard about it? I think its a myth. A car always shakes. Gas moves around swishes around all the time when u drive.

    • @stuffhappensdownsouth9899
      @stuffhappensdownsouth9899 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      pretty dern sure i've had to replace a number of filters in those circumstances or when the car was on a steep incline and the sludge slid toward the pump

    • @stuffhappensdownsouth9899
      @stuffhappensdownsouth9899 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Mark iv'e never heard that but if that's the case i would say that's bad engineering or planned obsolescence, the only reasoning i can deduce is perhaps they figure if the tank is more than 1/2 empty then the pump's probably not gonna run for very long at a time.

  • @raihankhan169
    @raihankhan169 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I have 2002 hyundai santa fe with 171000 miles. Whenever I ask the dealer or mechanic shop if I need to change my fuel filter, they say it is not recommended. What should I do? insist on getting the filter changed or drive as is?

    • @nihonkokusai
      @nihonkokusai 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Probably it is one in the tank. Buy from the dealer and change it yourself or get a local scotty.

  • @austinschroeder2568
    @austinschroeder2568 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Is this the only Scotty Kilmer video where he’s not yelling and screaming at the camera?

  • @richardhynson9614
    @richardhynson9614 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well howdy fellow Texan. Thanks for all your awesome videos!

  • @ChrisUrsiny
    @ChrisUrsiny 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    excellent video sir.

  • @adkn
    @adkn 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Scotty, I hope you are well. I just checked my cars manual and it doesn't mention fuel filter change interval or anything, fuel filter is not even mentioned there. So doesn that mean I should ignore it, or maybe my car doesn't have fuel filter in first place????

    • @zaphod888
      @zaphod888 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      You definitely have one, your engine would get destroyed pretty quickly if you didn't. Do you mean owners manual or service manual? The owner manual won't mention it if they consider it a "lifetime" part - that it's intended to last as long as the fuel pump assembly (like Scotty mentioned: it's not lifetime of the car, it's lifetime of some other part that it's related to. In this case, 'lifetime' probably means 'the warranty period we offer on the fuel pump'). If it's not mentioned under the service schedule then the manufacturer didn't intend it to be replaced separately from the pump assembly. The factory service manual (or Haynes etc. alternative) probably details how to change just the filter if you wanted to. Partly depends on the car - if it's just rolling up to 60-70K, maybe worth replacing the filter on its own. If it's done 150K already, likely easier just to wait until the pump fails and replace the whole thing like the manufacturer planned.

  • @dwaynemadsen964
    @dwaynemadsen964 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, Scotty! I found this video entertaining! I drive a 2006 Altima 3.5 SE so my filter is in the tank, too. Maybe time to check that bad boy! Have a great Texas Day!

  • @utku8233
    @utku8233 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another A+ Scotty Kilmer video. Learnt A TON of stuff from this.

  • @alifarah3665
    @alifarah3665 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    maaan, this dude is a legend 💥😄

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    True

  • @tonymaiettasr.7340
    @tonymaiettasr.7340 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Scotty. It must be over 100 degrees with 95% humidity down there in Houston today. Stay cool!

  • @flightofthefatman
    @flightofthefatman 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    It amazes me how much Scotty knows and understands.

  • @alpaljl
    @alpaljl 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I need to check the filter in my ‘99 Camry LE V6...
    By the way, I LOVE my Camry.

  • @yashgupta8865
    @yashgupta8865 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Idk why when I asked my local dealership asking when I should change it, they said that it should never be changed (Toyota dealership)

    • @Sseltraeh89
      @Sseltraeh89 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      The pump can live (or, should i say, survive) up to 10, maybe 12 years without changing the filter, while most manufacturers wish their customers would buy new car after some 6 to 8 years, so... Go figure why they call it "lifetime" filter :)

    • @ashs3380
      @ashs3380 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It shouldn't be changed based on what they consider a "lifetime" filter. You can still get it done, but how many dealerships are willing to do that is a other story. I'd still change it, idc what those dealerships say.

  • @saleens330
    @saleens330 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Scotty!! And keep up the great videos/work!!

  • @joshuachia2328
    @joshuachia2328 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, Scotty. I love your videos. Learned so much from them.

  • @seriouspowerwashing458
    @seriouspowerwashing458 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Another GREAT video...I am sooo pissed at those guys who put the videos mocking you! YOUR truly a class act! plus entertaining.. Scotty is the best hands down!!!

    • @thisismagacountry1318
      @thisismagacountry1318 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      They're an homage done with humor. Not vindictive or spiteful. Pull your head out of your Democrat.

  • @taje017
    @taje017 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Keep it up scotty

  • @Buc_Stops_Here
    @Buc_Stops_Here 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Interesting Scotty, thanks. I have never changed it because it order to do so, my Saab when I owned it required me to remove the fuel tank to do it - a few thousand dollars or an immense amount of labor to do it. I went 170,000 with no problems but then a tree fell on it. I guess on my new car I need to look into changing it if I can again when the time comes. Thanks.

  • @justSTUMBLEDupon
    @justSTUMBLEDupon 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this video. I don't even remember when I last changed it so I guess that means I better look into changing it

  • @chriskifaya735
    @chriskifaya735 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love how in every scene cut you get more and more sweaty

  • @propabilityfpv303
    @propabilityfpv303 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    when a manufacturer says that a normally serviceable part has a "lifetime" part or fluid, it translates to "buy a new car quicker"

  • @Hypokrites
    @Hypokrites 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Video Scotty! This information is valuable!

  • @collin1253
    @collin1253 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos so much you've gotten me intrested in automotive and I have learned so much on your channel thanks a bunch scotty 💪❤

  • @holycrapchris
    @holycrapchris 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Having the filter closer to the fuel pump makes a lot of sense: then it protects not only the fuel injectors, but also the pump as well. Sure, it's more of a pain to change it, but you'll need to do so less frequently. Having the filter in the engine compartment means that any crud gets sucked up by the pump and is sent all the way down the fuel line before it's caught by the filter.

  • @borginator1493
    @borginator1493 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Didn't see Alpha Macho's comment so I will fill in for him..
    Rev up your engines 🏎💭💭💭💥

  • @draxus1266
    @draxus1266 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the additional info again! I could help our vehicles much more safe for my family.

  • @VedranKasic
    @VedranKasic 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    The best, best youtuber that i ever seen!! Keep up the good work💪💪💪💪

  • @datguy9408
    @datguy9408 6 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    REV UP YOUR COROLLA

    • @eduardodiaz5762
      @eduardodiaz5762 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's a 83 RWD Corolla with a 2jz, So it revs past the Moon and back.

    • @VortechBand
      @VortechBand 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@eduardodiaz5762 You can use it as a dremel replacement in a pinch

  • @20alphabet
    @20alphabet 6 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    But mine's in the tank, and is part of the fuel pump. The only way to change it is to replace the fuel pump, as it's not serviceable. Now what?

    • @gravemind6536
      @gravemind6536 6 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      You wait for it to break because if you are going to have to replace the whole system you might as well wait for it to go wrong.

    • @JAY_SS88
      @JAY_SS88 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      2015 Chevy Cruze , same problem.

    • @canoshizrocks
      @canoshizrocks 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Gravemind Modern cars in a nutshell. lol

    • @Saaaaab
      @Saaaaab 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I don't know where you live but where I am, Honda dealerships charge £140 fixed price to change the in-tank fuel filters. According to the Honda manual, these need changing every 50k miles too...

    • @arcvalles5408
      @arcvalles5408 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Well you just drive it till the pump dies then replace as a unit

  • @paulwharton1850
    @paulwharton1850 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent - I learnt a lot.
    Many thanks Sir.

  • @lazorbeak
    @lazorbeak 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love Scotty Kilmer's videos he's a little tweaked but these vids really make my day lots of honest information.

  • @SuperCrazyDiscoKangaroo9001
    @SuperCrazyDiscoKangaroo9001 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    There is a problem, you tell us not to buy automatic Mazdas because of that Skyactiv Technology but yet before your videos I got a Mazda commercial.

    • @VanillaSnake21
      @VanillaSnake21 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      scotty recommends ad block for that problem

    • @hungrynapps
      @hungrynapps 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      the irony

  • @itsme7311
    @itsme7311 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    2nd. Nice video Scotty.

  • @GeneralCrassus
    @GeneralCrassus 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the valuable info Scotty!

  • @krishath7085
    @krishath7085 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Scotty, many thanks to the great videos. I have a 6th Gen Celica GT 2.0. I emailed Toyota for the fuel filter and they replied that the filter is part of the fuel pump assembly ( a flat plastic type ) and sent me one. Then I noticed the metal type (which you pointed to the one in your car in this video), that sits under the air filter assembly. My question is do we need to replace both of them or just the metal type? Advice is much appreciated!

  • @fishman80
    @fishman80 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    can u add a inline fuel filter if u dont have one? i hate not having it. my older truck had a metal one inline easily changed. these new trucks-nope

    • @nov3019892008
      @nov3019892008 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      You probably can add one but its a lot of hassle

    • @fishman80
      @fishman80 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Graft er Im not gonna worry about it then. The oil consumption issue that starter at 30k miles is more of a concern at this point than the fuel filter i guess. Dealer has me doing a consumption test now

    • @rezagrans1296
      @rezagrans1296 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nov3019892008 I have a qweshin؟ pleeze 1 of you well-experienced tech/mechanics or Scaady-fans help me for I am in a konunjrum:
      If a fuel tank is vandalized by addition of some contaminant to it. Not sure if it's water, vinegar bleach, ..etc. **does the fuel pump necessarily need be changed** whay is the best recomendation?? SHOULD I AuDOMATICALY also GeT a different tank (it would need be from wrecking yard~) IF I DON'T HAVE PRESSURE WASHER OR HOSE or facility to wash and put a sleeve into it- the gas tank- for cleaning?

  • @Bryantrincon413
    @Bryantrincon413 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    how do you know which gas station has the best quality gas??

    • @southernbrew4252
      @southernbrew4252 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Bryantrincon413 FAM Exxon, Shell, and BP are the best

    • @Bryantrincon413
      @Bryantrincon413 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Southern Brew thanks gonna start going to those i usually just go to w.e gas station is closest when i need gas

    • @Alex43237373
      @Alex43237373 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Bryantrincon413 FAM I did a little experiment once and I ran gas from a mom and pop gas station that was pretty cheap and the next week I used only shell gas. I found I got 2-3 better mpg from shell which would cost 10-15 cents more but was worth it for the peace of mind and the “better gas”

    • @Bryantrincon413
      @Bryantrincon413 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Alex43237373 nice i fill up with premium on my bike so even better

    • @lsedanolg
      @lsedanolg 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      all gas should be the same, it's the additives they add that make them more expensive and "better"

  • @brandonboulton2776
    @brandonboulton2776 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just did a filter replacement on my 09 Kia Rio 5 LX. 3 hour job. Not difficult, just time consuming. Worth doing it yourself.

  • @roadstar499
    @roadstar499 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Scotty...you hit it on the head here...i tested my fuel pressure and its way up at 60psi...but when i drive the volume is not enough and it bucks, hesitates and has no power and want to die...idles fine... tomorrow i am installing a new fuel filter..i am pretty sure this will solve my issues...i did everything else including new timing chain,cap rotor,maf etc...thanks scotty

    • @uninformedluddite
      @uninformedluddite 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      So don't leave us in suspense. Did the new fuel filter fix it?

  • @mridware9694
    @mridware9694 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Car runs thousands of miles without fuel filter system, in tank filter last the life of the pump, line filter usually gets clogged

    • @Saaaaab
      @Saaaaab 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Considering my Honda manual says to change the in-tank filter every 50k miles (or 25k miles if you live in dirty/polluted area), I'm pretty sure those ones get clogged too...

    • @benfranklin4111
      @benfranklin4111 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      My opel says replace fuel filter every 30000 miles or 50000 kms

    • @mridware9694
      @mridware9694 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      ben franklin is it inside the tank ??

    • @benfranklin4111
      @benfranklin4111 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      M Ridware i dont know that 😕

    • @ashs3380
      @ashs3380 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      M Ridware those sock filters clog up just like any other filter.

  • @gungor1985
    @gungor1985 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Gimmie that vw beetle carby mines stuffed hahaha

  • @amin8691
    @amin8691 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    learn new things every time, thanks scotty

  • @s.danielm.ridzuan6976
    @s.danielm.ridzuan6976 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for the knowledge and tips shared Scotty :-)

  • @lennyd.9270
    @lennyd.9270 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Engineers come up with stupid ideas sometimes. Like the filter in the tank. A $10 part turns into an expensive job.

    • @EDWARDmalinky
      @EDWARDmalinky 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah, dumb as a fox. $$$$$$