DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the fuel filter on a Toro leaf blower. The most common reasons for replacing the fuel filter are when the engine won’t start, stops after a few seconds, or runs poorly.
All of the information for this fuel filter replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Homelite, Toro, Ryobi, Green Machine
Tools needed: screwdriver, needle-nose pliers
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the fuel filter on your leaf blower…
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…first make sure the engine has cooled…
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…and there is little or no fuel left in the tank.
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Next, remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
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Unthread the fuel tank cap.
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Use a screwdriver to pull out the fuel line and filter from the tank.
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Release the retaining clamp and pullthe old filter off of the fuel line.
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Install the new fuel filter…
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…by attaching it to the fuel line…
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…then reposition the retaining clamp to secure.
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Feed the new filter and fuel line into the tank.
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Replace the fuel tank cap.
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Now tip the leaf blower downward and gently shake to confirm the fuel filter is positioned near the bottom of the tank.
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Reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug…
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…fill the tank with fuel and your leaf blower should be ready for use.