I will admit that I did not, as I don't (embarrassingly enough) know what the fuel filter looks like, or where exactly it is. And to answer Daw_Two's question, not to my knowledge, although my dad may have done it while I was away.

Anyway, it sounds like I'm stuck until my dad comes home tonight to help me, but when he does I'll try to record the process. Not only to help you guys help me, but also as a frame of reference for others that may have this same problem.