My car has 135k on it and to my knowledge its the original fuel filter.

is there any disadvantage to cleaning it as opposed to buying a whole new one?

also, what kind of cleaner would I need? and does the "GumOut all-in-one fuel system cleaner" clean the filter?

 

dont try to clean it, just buy a new one.

 

it dont take long to change and its not to expensive. im a total n00b and i can change the fuel filter haha