Jeep Repair: 2004 Jeep Liberty Limited Fuel Filter Replacement, fuel filter replacement, rear cargo area

Question
I have an 04 liberty and i needed to know where the fuel filter is. it is hard to start but will stay started if i feather it gas. there is also a  delay for about 1-2 seconds when i press on the pedal. if these are symptoms of a dirty fuel filter please let me know how the easiest way to access it. if not then what could be causing this?  note: the "check engine" light is not on but something is definitely wrond

Answer
REMOVAL
The main fuel filter is attached to the front of fuel tank (FUEL DELIVERY COMPONENTS). Three fuel lines are used at filter.

This vehicle may or may not be equipped with an access plate. This plate is located on floorpan inside vehicle at rear cargo area (ACCESS PLATE). If not equipped with an access plate, the fuel tank must first be lowered to gain access to fuel lines at top of fuel tank.

If equipped with an access plate, fuel tank removal will not be necessary for fuel filter removal. Access is from rear cargo area.