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Brett.....
The Fuel Filter is located just foward of the drivers side rear tire under the car, You have to get 2 wrenches, one to hold the bolt shaped edge of the Filter (actually holds the filter in place so you can turn the nut on the fuel line out of it) while the other one turns the bolt/nut on the fuel line "Counter Clockwise" to loosen it, the other end has a Plastic clip you can pinch to release, Be sure to take off the Fuel Cap to relieve some pressure in the fuel line before you start,(Not much pressure, just a dribble of gas that you want to be very careful around and have a rag or towel there to catch it and wrap the old filer in until you can dispose of it, because some will come out of the old filter) Also after I took the fuel line off both ends of the Filter,I took the bolt out of the bracket that holds the filter to the underbody, put the new filter in the bracket, put the bracket in place, replaced the bracket bolt, tightened the scew side of the fuel line,clipped on the clip side of the fuel line, tightened the fuel cap then turned the ignition a few times to get the fuel pump to shoot a shot of gas and get some pressure, about 3 times, turned the key the rest of the way and it started right up, I then checked the connections for any leaks and there were none, I read in a GM Manual that there is no cycle for changing the Fuel Filter, just replace when it is clogged, I'd say every 15k miles, My car really runs better ever since... Don
Brett.
It all makes sense. Don, reading your explanation of replacing the fuel filter and how the car runs better turned on a light in my head.
I had the 15K mile service done a couple of weeks ago. After which I posted how the car has better pickup and runs better. That 15K maintenance included the oil, air and fuel filters, and tire rotation.
Highly recommend the service, everybody.
RR
Think it's something GM should consider?
Those tail lights are exactly as I've imagined them as a triple light set. Great job on the coupe too!
Ken
RR
Come on, guys and gals. Spill it!:)
Any significant changes? Engines? Interior-wise?
How long before a V-8 or supercharged? Must we wait for the next bodystyle first?
Perhaps the 3800 Supercharged V6 engine will make its dayview on the LS Sport or SS variants. Perhaps the Impala LS will receive a higher output 3800 producing as much as 230HP.
I personally doubt we will see the 5.7L V8 engine on the current FWD Impala. Torque steer is a definite problem with this setup. Once you pass the 240HP barrier with a FWD car without a good torque control system such as Torsen (The one found in the current 255HP Maxima) then forget about it.
Impala is scheduled to go back to RWD in the 2005 or 2006 model year with looks of cool and modern retro design touches.
Also, Bob Lutz is currently in Australia studying the possibility of bringing to North America the acclaimed Holden Commodore SS (Which essentially is a Cadillac Catera with a V8 engine)with the 5.7L "Generation III" V8 engine, RWD and a 6-speed manual. The Holden Commodore SS (Opel Omega spinoff) is also sold in South Africa as the Chevrolet Lumina SS sedan.
If the Holden Commodore SS makes it here within the next couple of years, I might forgo getting a new BMW 3 series for my next car and trade the Impala on the Commodore SS.
We shall see, the future of short term upcoming GM products looks very promising.
For more info on the Holden Commodore SS, see:
www.holden.au
www.gm.com
What you wrote about changes for the 2003 Impala - was that your personal opinion of what is to be or something you gleaned from a trade magazine?
You have a habit of stating your personal opinions - inadvertently or otherwise - as though they were facts.
This came up in the latest edition of Autoweek magazine, which I happen to suscribe to.
"For 2003 expect a mid life product cycle "refresh" of the Impala. Perhaps you'll see changes around the black exterior molding, headlights and grille design. Probably the interior will be upgraded to a 3 spoke steering wheel (Like the one in the Montecarlo), full instrumentation package including Volt and Oil Pressure gauges, redesigned Dashboard and door panels and perhaps the availability of electronic climate controls and Monsoon/Bose stereo options."
According to Edmunds.com, Motor Trend and Car Connection, both Impala and Montecarlo are due up for a product midlife update for the 2003 model year. The other things mentioned there are speculative on my part but not out of the scope of reality.
"Perhaps the 3800 Supercharged V6 engine will make its dayview on the LS Sport or SS variants. Perhaps the Impala LS will receive a higher output 3800 producing as much as 230HP."
Again speculative but some independent news sources believe that if GM is to produce the Impala SS this car will likely have the 3800 S/C variant of this engine. As per Automotivenews.com, GM has announced a new generation of updated V6 pushrod and cammed engines to be launched during the 2004 or 2005 model years. Actually, expect the 3800 (Or similar) to have a series III variant in NA mode developing 230HP.
"personally doubt we will see the 5.7L V8 engine on the current FWD Impala. Torque steer is a definite problem with this setup. Once you pass the 240HP barrier with a FWD car without a good torque control system such as Torsen (The one found in the current 255HP Maxima) then forget about it."
GM announced in late 2000 that the V8 FWD powered Impala project was dead citing problems with Torque Steer. FWD is not the best setup for a V8 powered 300HP+ vehicle. However the advent of the 2003 Mercury Marauder will force Lutz and GM to re-evaluate the Impala SS V8 sedan once again..
"Impala is scheduled to go back to RWD in the 2005 or 2006 model year with looks of cool and modern retro design touches."
Per Automotivenews.com, the Impala is scheduled to be redesigned and move to the next generation "Mid-Lux" platform in the 2005 or 2006 model years. There is a possibility of a RWD setup and a V8 powerplant offered.
Thank you.
The Grand Prix store carries a pre-fabricated pipe for $65. There is a direct link to it on my Accessories page that has a photo of the existing pipe and an "after" photo of the replacement section.
The PVC valve is located in the upper intake manifold , I beleive it is on the passenger side . thanks---------mattmcdill
Please, someone, enlighten me on why you spend so much time (and money) making your new car something that it wasn't meant to be.
Second, if I could afford an ultra-high performance car, I would have purchased it.
Third, I enjoy working on my car.
Fourth, the manufacturer design the car to meet certain requirements. They back the power down to meet emissions, insurance concerns, etc.
Fifth, automakers build cars to appeal to the lowest common denominator. If I wanted an Impala with a bench seat and the LS package but with the steel police wheels, do you think I could get it from the factory that way? To use your example, what if the only car that comes factory equipped with a 12 speaker BOSE setup is a Hummer, but you want a 2 door sports car. So would you buy the Hummer, buy the sports car and "live with it" or buy the sports car and install the sound system you want?
The list goes on and on. There is nothing wrong with keeping your car stock. But there is a huge aftermarket industry out there. And it's there for a reason.
not to be a moron about this; but should i buy an 02/ or wait til clarification of 03 stuff is out.
The 2003 Impalas will not be available until August or September 2002.
It is up to you.
http://www.thrasher-ep.com/Monte_Carlo_htm/monte_carlo.shtm
Chris
I thought ALL engines used PCVs ever since the beginning of emission control, but I guess I was mistaken...
I get to save $1.98 each year ($3.96 for both cars). So, I got that going for me, which is nice.