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6. Remove the used filter cartridge from the
housing and dispose of according to your
local regulations.
7. Wipe clean the sealing surfaces of the lid
and housing.
8. Install new o-ring back into ring groove
on the filter housing and lubricate with
clean engine oil.
9. Remove new filter cartridge from plastic
bag and install into housing.
NOTE:
Do not remove cartridge from bag until you
reach this step in order to keep cartridge
clean.
10.Push down on the cartridge to ensure it is
properly seated.
Do not pre-fill the filter
housing with fuel.
11.Install lid onto housing and tighten to
22.5 ft lbs (30.5 N.m). Do not over
-
tighten the lid.
12.Prime the engine using the procedure in
“Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of
Fuel.” Then start the engine and confirm
there are no leaks.
Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter
Replacement
NOTE:
Using a fuel filter that does not meet the
manufacturer's filtration and water sepa
-
rating requirements can severely impact
fuel system life and reliability.
The underbody mounted filter housing will
cause the engine not to run if:
a. No filter is installed.
1. Ensure engine is turned off.
2. Place drain pan under the fuel filter drain
hose.
3. Open the water drain valve 1 full turn
counterclockwise and completely drain
fuel and water into the approved
container.
4. Close the water drain valve.
5. Remove lid using a socket or strap
wrench. Rotate counterclockwise for
removal. Remove used o-ring and discard
it.
6. Remove the used filter cartridge from the
housing and dispose of according to your
local regulations.
7. Wipe clean the sealing surfaces of the lid
and housing.
8. Install new o-ring back into ring groove
on the filter housing and lubricate with
clean engine oil.
NOTE:
WIF sensor is re-usable. Service kit comes
with new o-ring for filter canister and WIF
sensor.
CAUTION!
Diesel fuel will damage blacktop paving
surfaces. Drain the filter into an appro
-
priate container.
Do not prefill the fuel filter when
installing a new fuel filter. There is a
possibility debris could be introduced
into the fuel filter during this action. It is
best to install the filter dry and allow the
in-tank lift pump to prime the fuel
system.
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