Q: Engine is dying and not getting any gas since new fuel filter

First try and open the gas cap to relieve any vacuum in the fuel system. Make sure you are not out of fuel. Double check the fuel relay is seated properly. If your Check Engine Light is on, then have it scanned to check for codes. You may cause a problem when you ran the vehicle with the relay removed. Have the fuel pressure checked. Double check the fuel filter was put in the correct direction of flow as well.

If you still have no fuel pressure then you may have a relay that was damaged during removal and should be replaced. Have that done and then retest for fuel pressure once again. If the pressure is working but is too low, then you may have a restricted or defective fuel filter, in which you should reinstall the old filter to test and see if this is correct. You can test the new filter by blowing through it to see if it is restricted. Replace it if it is. If you need help have this done, a technician from YourMechanic can come to your home or office to perform tests to diagnose your car’s stalling issue and perform the necessary repairs.