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1. Loosen one of the air bleeder plugs of the fuel
filter.
NOTE:
Use whichever of the two air bleeder plugs is the
most convenient; both plugs provide the same
effect.
2. Cover the loosened air bleeder plug with a cloth
and operate the priming pump to pump out
fuel.
NOTE:
Alternatively, connect a hose (of 8 mm {0.31 in}
inside diameter, commercially available) to the pipe
portion of the air bleeder plug in order to prevent
fuel from splashing.
Use a transparent hose so you can easily check for
air bubbles in the drained fuel.
3. Fuel containing air bubbles will flow out from the
pipe portion of the air bleeder plug. Continue
pumping some dozen times (approximately 60
to 80 times) until the fuel no longer contains any
air bubbles.
4. After making sure that there are no air bubbles
in the fuel emerging from the air bleeder plug,
fasten the plug tightly. Operate the priming
pump again several times until you feel an
increase in resistance. Be sure to operate the
pump several times, even if the resistance does
not increase because the fuel is cold.
5. Wipe thoroughly the spilled fuel and then start
the engine.
6. Check for any fuel leakage.
If you are forced to tow the vehicle, take the follow-
ing precautions:
• Disconnect either the propeller shaft or the rear
axle shaft, whichever is easier. If you disconnect
the rear axle shaft, cover the opening to prevent
oil and grease from escaping.
Bleeder plug
tightening torque
10 ± 2.0 N·m (7.2 ± 1.4 ft.lbs.,
1 ± 0.2 kgf·m)
Towing
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