The fuel filter on a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is located inside the fuel tank. To access it, you will need to remove the fuel tank skid plate and then lower the fuel tank.
Here are the steps on how to replace the fuel filter on a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado:
1. Park your truck on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Turn off the engine and allow it to cool down.
3. Locate the fuel tank skid plate. It is a metal plate that is located under the rear of the truck.
4. Remove the bolts that hold the fuel tank skid plate in place.
5. Lower the fuel tank. There are two straps that hold the fuel tank in place. Use a pry bar to pry the straps off of the hooks.
6. Once the fuel tank is lowered, you will see the fuel filter. It is a black canister that is located on the side of the fuel tank.
7. Disconnect the fuel lines from the fuel filter. Use a wrench to loosen the nuts that hold the fuel lines in place.
8. Remove the fuel filter. Use a screwdriver to pry the fuel filter off of the fuel tank.
9. Install the new fuel filter. Press the new fuel filter onto the fuel tank.
10. Reconnect the fuel lines to the fuel filter. Tighten the nuts that hold the fuel lines in place.
11. Raise the fuel tank back into position.
12. Reinstall the fuel tank skid plate.
13. Start the engine and check for leaks.
