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Will49
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Fuel Filter

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It looks like to replace the filter, I assume there is one in the bottom removable bowel, i will end up with petrol in the boot. Is this how it works?

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Yes, it gets a bit messy. Line the area with kitchen paper liberally before you start! Unless someone else has found a better way...?
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Old ice cream carton placed underneath.
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Of course its a Lotus I forgot

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Re: Fuel Filter

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Replace fuel filter and while i was at it the fuel pump and all seems to be leak free first try.....hurrah!

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