Tank removal isn't as bad a job as it seems, at least on my TJ...I've had it
out a couple of times for various reasons, but not to replace the filter
yet.

It's easier when the tank is close to empty though, and when using a floor
jack to lower it.

"jb" <jb3320@indy.rr.com> wrote in message
news:fm7sg.12509$vl5.4852@tornado.ohiordc.rr.com.. .
> tom@rockauto.com wrote:
>> The 2000 Cherokee 4.0 L and 2.5 L has "strainers" at the fuel pump.
>> Here is a photo of the fuel pump and strainers:
>> http://www.rockauto.com/ref/Carter/D....PI.P74186.jpg
>>
>> In the late '90s these strainers at the fuel pump rather than a stand
>> alone fuel filter became common for many vehicles. I don't know if
>> Jeep recommends these strainers be replaced as part of routine
>> maintenance.
>>
>> jb wrote:
>>
>>>I just purchased the 2000 Cherokee with 135k miles. I'm trying to snuff
>>>it up all the way around. The fuel filter is my next concern. Where is
>>>it located??? Can't seem the find it. Do I need to install an inline
>>>filter? What is you recommendation? Thanks from a new Jeep driver.
>>
>>
> If the filter mounts above the tank, the tank would have to be removed?
> Ouch.

 

Tank removal isn't as bad a job as it seems, at least on my TJ...I've had it
out a couple of times for various reasons, but not to replace the filter
yet.

It's easier when the tank is close to empty though, and when using a floor
jack to lower it.

"jb" <jb3320@indy.rr.com> wrote in message
news:fm7sg.12509$vl5.4852@tornado.ohiordc.rr.com.. .
> tom@rockauto.com wrote:
>> The 2000 Cherokee 4.0 L and 2.5 L has "strainers" at the fuel pump.
>> Here is a photo of the fuel pump and strainers:
>> http://www.rockauto.com/ref/Carter/D....PI.P74186.jpg
>>
>> In the late '90s these strainers at the fuel pump rather than a stand
>> alone fuel filter became common for many vehicles. I don't know if
>> Jeep recommends these strainers be replaced as part of routine
>> maintenance.
>>
>> jb wrote:
>>
>>>I just purchased the 2000 Cherokee with 135k miles. I'm trying to snuff
>>>it up all the way around. The fuel filter is my next concern. Where is
>>>it located??? Can't seem the find it. Do I need to install an inline
>>>filter? What is you recommendation? Thanks from a new Jeep driver.
>>
>>
> If the filter mounts above the tank, the tank would have to be removed?
> Ouch.

 

Matt Macchiarolo did pass the time by typing:
> Tank removal isn't as bad a job as it seems, at least on my TJ...I've had it
> out a couple of times for various reasons, but not to replace the filter
> yet.
>
> It's easier when the tank is close to empty though, and when using a floor
> jack to lower it.

You can also disconnect the line at the rail and run the fuel pump manually
to drain the tank. Just make sure you have a good catch can and secure the
hose because the pump puts out a lot of pressure and volume.

That or a hose to siphon it out. I found the pump to be faster.

Do not underestimate the weight of fuel and the difficulty of managing
a sloshing tank. Anything above E is going to be a pain in the ***.

By the time I get to do my tank I'll have probably done five others.
(as long as they bring beer it's all ok.) :D

--
DougW

 

Matt Macchiarolo did pass the time by typing:
> Tank removal isn't as bad a job as it seems, at least on my TJ...I've had it
> out a couple of times for various reasons, but not to replace the filter
> yet.
>
> It's easier when the tank is close to empty though, and when using a floor
> jack to lower it.

You can also disconnect the line at the rail and run the fuel pump manually
to drain the tank. Just make sure you have a good catch can and secure the
hose because the pump puts out a lot of pressure and volume.

That or a hose to siphon it out. I found the pump to be faster.

Do not underestimate the weight of fuel and the difficulty of managing
a sloshing tank. Anything above E is going to be a pain in the ***.

By the time I get to do my tank I'll have probably done five others.
(as long as they bring beer it's all ok.) :D

--
DougW

 

Matt Macchiarolo did pass the time by typing:
> Tank removal isn't as bad a job as it seems, at least on my TJ...I've had it
> out a couple of times for various reasons, but not to replace the filter
> yet.
>
> It's easier when the tank is close to empty though, and when using a floor
> jack to lower it.

You can also disconnect the line at the rail and run the fuel pump manually
to drain the tank. Just make sure you have a good catch can and secure the
hose because the pump puts out a lot of pressure and volume.

That or a hose to siphon it out. I found the pump to be faster.

Do not underestimate the weight of fuel and the difficulty of managing
a sloshing tank. Anything above E is going to be a pain in the ***.

By the time I get to do my tank I'll have probably done five others.
(as long as they bring beer it's all ok.) :D

--
DougW

 

The rollover check valve precludes trying to siphon the tank. Best to drain
it or run it till it's almost empty.

"DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
news:CkCsg.66324$9c6.13615@dukeread11...
> Matt Macchiarolo did pass the time by typing:
>> Tank removal isn't as bad a job as it seems, at least on my TJ...I've had
>> it
>> out a couple of times for various reasons, but not to replace the filter
>> yet.
>>
>> It's easier when the tank is close to empty though, and when using a
>> floor
>> jack to lower it.
>
> You can also disconnect the line at the rail and run the fuel pump
> manually
> to drain the tank. Just make sure you have a good catch can and secure
> the
> hose because the pump puts out a lot of pressure and volume.
>
> That or a hose to siphon it out. I found the pump to be faster.
>
> Do not underestimate the weight of fuel and the difficulty of managing
> a sloshing tank. Anything above E is going to be a pain in the ***.
>
> By the time I get to do my tank I'll have probably done five others.
> (as long as they bring beer it's all ok.) :D
>
> --
> DougW
>

 

The rollover check valve precludes trying to siphon the tank. Best to drain
it or run it till it's almost empty.

"DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
news:CkCsg.66324$9c6.13615@dukeread11...
> Matt Macchiarolo did pass the time by typing:
>> Tank removal isn't as bad a job as it seems, at least on my TJ...I've had
>> it
>> out a couple of times for various reasons, but not to replace the filter
>> yet.
>>
>> It's easier when the tank is close to empty though, and when using a
>> floor
>> jack to lower it.
>
> You can also disconnect the line at the rail and run the fuel pump
> manually
> to drain the tank. Just make sure you have a good catch can and secure
> the
> hose because the pump puts out a lot of pressure and volume.
>
> That or a hose to siphon it out. I found the pump to be faster.
>
> Do not underestimate the weight of fuel and the difficulty of managing
> a sloshing tank. Anything above E is going to be a pain in the ***.
>
> By the time I get to do my tank I'll have probably done five others.
> (as long as they bring beer it's all ok.) :D
>
> --
> DougW
>

 

The rollover check valve precludes trying to siphon the tank. Best to drain
it or run it till it's almost empty.

"DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
news:CkCsg.66324$9c6.13615@dukeread11...
> Matt Macchiarolo did pass the time by typing:
>> Tank removal isn't as bad a job as it seems, at least on my TJ...I've had
>> it
>> out a couple of times for various reasons, but not to replace the filter
>> yet.
>>
>> It's easier when the tank is close to empty though, and when using a
>> floor
>> jack to lower it.
>
> You can also disconnect the line at the rail and run the fuel pump
> manually
> to drain the tank. Just make sure you have a good catch can and secure
> the
> hose because the pump puts out a lot of pressure and volume.
>
> That or a hose to siphon it out. I found the pump to be faster.
>
> Do not underestimate the weight of fuel and the difficulty of managing
> a sloshing tank. Anything above E is going to be a pain in the ***.
>
> By the time I get to do my tank I'll have probably done five others.
> (as long as they bring beer it's all ok.) :D
>
> --
> DougW
>