Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. The fuel tank cap to release pressure or vacuum in the tank.
2. The bail wires (1) using a screwdriver.
3. Drain fuel from the filter by opening both the air bleed and water drain valves and allowing fuel to drain into an appropriate container.
4. Filter.
5. Clean any dirt from the fuel port sealing surface of the filter adapter and the new filter.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. New filter.
2. The bail wires.
3. Close the water drain valve and open the air bleed.
4. A 3.18 mm (118 inch) inside diameter hose to the air bleed port and the other end into a suitable container.
5. Disconnect the fuel injection pump shut off solenoid wire. Crank the engine for 10-15 seconds and then wait one minute for the starter motor to cool. Repeat until clear fuel is observed coming from the air bleed.

CAUTION If the engine is to be cranked, or starting attempted with the air cleaner removed, care must be taken to prevent material from being pulled into the air inlet manifold which could result in engine damage.

6. Close the air bleed.
7. Injection pump solenoid wire.
8. Fuel tank cap.
9. Start the engine and allow it to idle for five minutes.
10. Inspect fuel filter for leaks.