Good reason to replace your fuel filter...

[sirmqc]

So, I have to admit that in the 3+ years of owning my catera, I've never replaced the fuel filter. Thats bad for obvious reasons I guess.

But on the way to work last week my Catera just died. Long story short - the hose had come off of my fuel pump. So I got to spend a good part of my weekend dropping the fuel tank - I've never done this before on any car, so it was a bit slow going.

So I was just wondering if this is to be expected - that when your fuel filter clogs, the built up pressure blows the hose off the fuel pump?

Or can I blame the Cadillac mechanic that replaced my fuel pump 2 years ago?

[black_catera]

Unless you have some super high powered pump, I'de bet money on the mechanic being a dumbass. How many miles do you have on your car?

[sirmqc]

I'm right at 90k miles now.

With it being 2 years ago, who knows. It just had one of the the clip style connectors. I re-used the same clip and didn't think about replacing it with a bolt-tightening style until after I got it 1/2 back together. I guess if it comes off again, I'll know. But so far so good...