jaybaroo73 Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 OK, I'm assuming the fuel filter is in or on the gas tank. ('05 Legacy 2.5i Limited Sedan) Owners manual says replace it at 60k. Found only one online, and that was listed for $70. Is there a less expensive place to get these, or am I missing something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whatisit Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 only fuel filter our cars have is the sock filter on the fuel pump. IIRC, subaru doesnt sell it seperate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
never summer Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 Dang, that seems a little stupid to me. I've replaced them on other cars and it's easy as pie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaybaroo73 Posted February 4, 2010 Author Share Posted February 4, 2010 Thanks! That really helps clear up some things Whatisit... How hard would it be to put one in, say, somewhere in the engine bay? Easy to get to. Only thing is, it would have to be rated for fuel-injected engines. Any advise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesuby Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 I don't think a filter would pick up anything not already caught by the "sock" filter on the fuel pump. Many cars now have this design because it's pretty difficult to get garbage with your gasoline fill-up these days. I doubt anyone will say they had a failure due to the sock filter being plugged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishbone Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 Dang, that seems a little stupid to me. I've replaced them on other cars and it's easy as pie. Other cars are other cars, it has nothing to do with it. The fuel filter is a non-serviceable part unless you run into issues. However, if there is an aftermarket replacement I'd be interested to do it when I upgrade the pump, just because. Our ex-Focus called for fuel filter replacement every 30K miles IIRC You'll hear dealers try to sell the fuel filter service as part of 60K I believe. If so, ask them if they will be scrubbing the inside of your gas tank while they are at it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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