I've finally gotten around to changing the fuel filter I bought months ago and everything went fine, pretty painless task overall.

However, is it normal to have fuel dripping at a somewhat fast pace right after the change? (After cranking of course) This happened right before work this morning. I didn't think much of it since I was late for 1, and 2 I thought that since it's a new part that the O-rings or whatever is in there might need some time to adjust and seal properly.

I checked all the connections, everything's tight and secure. Was I supposed to replace a seal or O-ring of some type?

Thanks.

 

No you shouldn't have any fuel leaking. Check your connections again as one of them didn't seat properly. Gas is expensive enough, no need to waste it.

Seriously though, check the connections. Maybe some dirt is trapped around the o ring or it fell off.