2001 f150 5.4 . Does it take some kind of tool to get it off ? Thanks. It's the one on the frame.

 

You could use the search feature and you would find that yes you do need a tool. There are 3-4 different kinds my personal preference is the plastic round ones. You slide it inside and push the filter deeper into the fuel line then it releases.

 

Yea, hit it w/penetrating solvent first. So the spring clamp moves. If you have a Fram filter on there, good luck getting that removed. A Motorcraft filter should come undone fairly easily. The Frams have a heavier lip which makes it a PITA. I use an oil line disconnect, I can't recall the size, 5/16 maybe ?

 

3/8 worked for me nicely.

 

the plastic ones work best, i couldn't get the metal X tool in there it was too tight

 

You have to use the thinner one lol -

 

I got a wix from oriely it came with 2 plastic clips don't know what there for? And can I get the tool at an auto parts store like orileys?

 

yes oreilleys has it. I like the round plastic one the best. I have 3 kinds and that ones the easiest..

 

Got it . Used it. Works. Thanks. 3/8

 

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MGD

 

I just knew that link was going to that picture.