How do you remove the fuel filter?

[FrankNY]

I am able to remove the side that screws on/off, but the other side where it snaps on/off I'm having trouble. I think the filter is the original, I have the tool to suppress the little clip to allow the line to disengage but it doesn't seem to be able to get in there. Is the original filter held on differently, where you must break off the plastic piece with the little clip? My Trans Am is the same filter# & it appears different, I can get to the clip to suppress with my fingers to release. The Alero is different. Any help is appreciated.