Abstract: A fuel filter connectable in-line to a fuel system of an internal combustion engine has first and second separation means. The first separation means includes a reservoir in which fuel and larger contaminates settle and can be drained. The second separation means includes a baffle and screen mounted within a main body generally transverse to the fuel flow. A cap is selectively connectable to the main body to hold the screen in a set position and to further provide a passageway from the interior of the fuel filter to an outlet to the fuel system.