fuel filter?

[leopardgirl88]

I'm new to the Vibe. I've only had the 1.8 for a week now. I was looking through the owners manual for the maintenance schedule and was surprised about what I didn't see: nothing about changing the fuel filter. So is it not necessary to change the fuel filter? Is it one of those types that you cannot change? I never feel comfortable when manufacturers say parts like this and other "regular maintenance" parts last the lifetime of the car.

Also, I spent a few minutes looking for the power steering fluid reservoir but then remembered it has electric power steering! I don't think I'll ever get use to not having to do a power steering flush!

[joatmon]

There's been less history on the 09's, but even on the early years, such as my 03, the fuel filter doesn't need maintenance unless something unusual happens. It's a big filter bag/screen in the gas tank, and very few Vibers have had any issues with it, so I believe them when they say routine fuel filter maintenance is not required

[cmpltvertigo]

Interesting topic, I'm with the OP I've never seen a situation were you don't have to replace the fuel filter. If that is the case I assume Vibe owners use their favorite fuel injector additive to keep the fuel system clean. This leads to my question, what fuel additive do you use and how often?

[circuitsmith]

I put in a bottle of Chevron Techron once a year.