TP-6137 5/0320 Section 5 Fuel System
5.3 Fuel Filter
The fuel filter prevents the entry of dirt into the fuel
system and preserves the injector and fuel injection
pump. The quality and condition of the fuel largely
determine the filter’s useful life. Replace the fuel filter as
listed in the service schedule. See Figure 5-2.
TP-6134
1. Fuel filter
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Figure 5-2 Fuel Filter Location
Fuel Filter Cleaning/Replacement Procedure
1. Close the fuel supply valve.
2. Using a rag, clean the fuel line.
3. To avoid fuel leakage, clamp off the fuel supply line
near the filter.
4. Disconnect the inlet and outlet lines to the fuel filter.
Ensure that dirt does not enter the fuel system. See
Figure 5-3.
Figure 5-3 Disconnect the Fuel Line
5. Remove and discard the fuel filter.
Note: Dispose of all waste materials (engine oil,
fuel, filter, etc.) in an environmentally safe
manner.
6. Replace the fuel filter with the arrow on the fuel filter
housing indicating the direction of fuel flow. See
Figure 5-4.
Figure 5-4 Fuel Filter Arrow
7. Reconnect the pipes to the fuel filter.
8. Remove the clamp from the fuel supply line.
9. Open the fuel supply valve.
10. Bleed the system. See Section 5.9, Bleeding the
Fuel System.
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