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non BUDS method to change fuel filter...

figmotoday

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Anyone have written or video instructions or suggestions to change fuel filter for RS 2012 without utilizing BUDS? Shop manual refers to utilizing BUDS to replace fuel filter.
thanx
 
Just replaced one on Spyderpops 2008 GS and no need for BUDS. Not sure why you would need it at all. :dontknow:
 
????? I don't know where in the procedure you figured BUDS was involved. You can relieve fuel system pressure by disconnecting the fuel pump wiring and then cranking the engine (it should not start but WOT will prevent starting to be safe). This should be described in the manual under Fuel Pump Pressure Test (Static). Then remove the old filter, hook up and tighten the clamps on the new one, hook the fuel pump back up, and crank the engine to start. Check for leaks and you are back on the road as soon as you put the body panels back on.
 
Thanx much Lamonster & NancysToym as always, fast & helpful info.

NancysToy,

"????? I don't know where in the procedure you figured BUDS was involved."

During fuel filter removal, BUDS is referred to in shop manual page 359, "Connect to the latest BUDS software..."

During fuel filter installation, BUDS is referred to in shop manual page 364, "Re-enable the fuel pump in BUDS system as described in the FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE TEST (STATIC) procedure in this section."

NOTE: I'm using the 2008-2011 shop manual for GS/RS. When I bought this manual, I was told BRP did not do a 2012 manual and just added 2012 updates to the 2008-2011 manual.
 
Sounds like a tech could use BUDS to disable the fuel pump to relieve pressure instead of pulling fuses or disconnecting pump. Saves them a step if they're use to connecting BUDS anyhow.
 
Thanx much Lamonster & NancysToym as always, fast & helpful info.

NancysToy,

"????? I don't know where in the procedure you figured BUDS was involved."

During fuel filter removal, BUDS is referred to in shop manual page 359, "Connect to the latest BUDS software..."

During fuel filter installation, BUDS is referred to in shop manual page 364, "Re-enable the fuel pump in BUDS system as described in the FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE TEST (STATIC) procedure in this section."

NOTE: I'm using the 2008-2011 shop manual for GS/RS. When I bought this manual, I was told BRP did not do a 2012 manual and just added 2012 updates to the 2008-2011 manual.

You could you use buds to fill your filter and check for leaks, buds would pressurize your fuel system. :ohyea:
 
Thanx much Lamonster & NancysToym as always, fast & helpful info.

NancysToy,

"????? I don't know where in the procedure you figured BUDS was involved."

During fuel filter removal, BUDS is referred to in shop manual page 359, "Connect to the latest BUDS software..."

During fuel filter installation, BUDS is referred to in shop manual page 364, "Re-enable the fuel pump in BUDS system as described in the FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE TEST (STATIC) procedure in this section."

NOTE: I'm using the 2008-2011 shop manual for GS/RS. When I bought this manual, I was told BRP did not do a 2012 manual and just added 2012 updates to the 2008-2011 manual.

Your manual apparently is a different version than mine, which calls for disabling the fuel pump the hard way. It would be much easier with BUDS, but can be done by disconnecting the wire. You have to remove more body panels, however.
 
Your manual apparently is a different version than mine, which calls for disabling the fuel pump the hard way. It would be much easier with BUDS, but can be done by disconnecting the wire. You have to remove more body panels, however.


Open the frunk, remove one cover, connect BUDS, duh!


If you didn't have me on ignore you would learn something. :banghead:

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your guidance...

Your manual apparently is a different version than mine, which calls for disabling the fuel pump the hard way. It would be much easier with BUDS, but can be done by disconnecting the wire. You have to remove more body panels, however.

on steps have been helpful & straightforward for swapping out fuel filter
 
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