Maintenance
W9212-8235-4
03/2019
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Replacing the fuel filter
Open the engine hood (page 89).
Set the cock (1) horizontal to the "C" position.
Place a cleaning cloth under the fuel filter to pre-
vent fuel from spilling on the ground.
Remove the filter cup retainer (4) while holding the filter cup
(3).
Remove the filter cup and filter.
Clean the filter cup with clean diesel fuel.
Replace the fuel filter (2) and the sealing rings (1).
Apply a light coat of diesel fuel onto the sealing rings.
Assemble the components in the order shown in the figure above. Tighten the filter cup retainer (4) by
hand. Do not use a tool.
Set the cock vertical to the "O" position.
Bleed the fuel system (page 87). Check the water separator for leaks at the same time.
Close the engine hood.
Draining water from the fuel tank
Place a container with a minimum capacity of 20 L under
the fuel drain plug.
Remove the drain plug (1) and drain the water.
Install the drain plug with a new o-ring on it.