The fuel filter on a 2004 Chevy Aveo is
not easily visible and is
in-line within the fuel system, usually somewhere near the fuel pump. It's
not a canister-style filter like you might see on some other vehicles. It's much smaller and more integrated into the fuel lines. You'll likely need to consult a repair manual or online diagrams specific to the 2004 Aveo to find its exact location.
Because it's integrated, it's not easily described visually in general terms – it's a small cylindrical component within the fuel lines. Trying to visually identify it without knowing its specific location would be very difficult and potentially dangerous (due to fuel system pressure). Your best bet is a repair manual or a search online for "2004 Chevy Aveo fuel filter location."