Fuel System
Only use the grades of fuel recommended in the fuel
specification, see Technical Data, Fuel System.
Always observe the greatest cleanliness during re-
fuelling and work on the fuel system.
All work on the unit injectors of the engine must be
carried out by an authorized workshop.
WARNING!
Fire hazard. When carrying out work on the fuel system
make sure the engine is cold. A fuel spill onto a hot
surface or an electrical component can cause a fire.
Store fuel soaked rags so that they can not cause fire.
Engine Fuel Filter Replacement
1 Clean the filter bracket.
Avoid fuel spills by placing a plastic bag around the
filter
2 Unscrew the filter
3 Apply a film of oil on the new filter gasket.
4 Screw the filter on by hand until it touches the con-
tact surface. Then tighten an extra half turn, no
more!
5 Purge the fuel system, refer to the Fuel system,
bleeding page 42 section.
6 Start the engine and check for leaks.
7 Hand in the old filter to a re-cycling station.
Maintenance
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