Routine Maintenance
Fuel System
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Bleeding the Fuel System
To bleed the engine fuel filter A carry out the following:
1 Disconnect the fuel line B at the injection pump.
K
Fig 111. ( T 146).
2 Operate the fuel lift pump priming lever C until air free
fuel exits from the fuel line. K
Fig 112. ( T 146).
3 Reconnect fuel line B.
4 The engine is now ready to start. If the engine runs
smoothly for a short time and then begins to run
roughly, leave at idle until it runs smoothly.
If the engine continues to run roughly, check again for
air in the fuel system.
If the fault persists contact your nearest JCB dealer.
Fig 111.
Fig 112.