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Chapter 8 PERIODIC INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Gauze Filter - Clean
If the gauze filter is clogged, the fuel supply becomes
insufficient, resulting in decrease in power output or
engine stall.
1.
Remove the union bolt at the inlet port of fuel feed
pump.
2.
Using a screw driver, remove the gauze filter that is
fitted inside the union bolt.
3.
Soak the gauze filter in the fuel, and clean it with a
brush.
4.
After cleaning, install the gauze filter into the union
bolt using a screw driver.
5.
Install the union bolt to the fuel feed pump.
6.
Bleed air from the fuel filter.
Note: For bleeding the fuel filter, refer to
"Fuel Filter -
Bleed Air" (3-2)
.
Fig. 8-8 Gauze Filter - Clean
Gauze filter
Fuel feed pump
Eye bolt