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Chapter 8 PERIODIC INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Fuel filter (in-line type fuel injection pump) - Replace
1. Clean the area around the fuel filters.
2. Place a fuel tray under the fuel filter.
3. Using a filter wrench, remove the fuel filters.
4. Wipe off fuel on the fuel filter cartridge mounting
surface of the filter bracket with a waste cloth.
5. Check new fuel filters for proper seating of the gas-
ket.
6. Apply clean fuel to the gasket on the new fuel filter.
7. Install the fuel filter to the filter bracket.
8. After installing the new fuel filter, bleed the fuel sys-
tem.
Note: For bleeding fuel system, refer to "Fuel filter (in-
line type fuel injection pump) - Replace" (8-6).
9. Start the engine and let it idle for several minutes.
10. Make sure that there is no fuel leakage during the
engine operation. If fuel leakage is found, loosen
the fuel filter and check the gaskets for damage. If
there is no damage, retighten the fuel filter.
Fig. 8-10 Fuel filter - Replace
Fig. 8-11 Fuel filter
When handling fuel, make sure there are no open
flames or other fire hazards near the engine. Wipe off
any spilled fuel completely. Spilled fuel can ignite and
cause a fire.
Do not use a filter with the dented case. Fillter dam-
age or fule leakage may occur and it can cause fire
hazard.
Do not use a filter wrench to install the fuel filter.
Do not dent or scratch the fuel filter surfaces.
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