Routine Maintenance
Fuel System
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Draining the Water Separator and Engine Fuel
Filter
If there is water in the fuel or if the cab warning light
illuminates, drain the water separator and engine filter as
detailed.
1 Get access to the Water Separator and Engine Fuel
Filter. Refer to Water Separator and Engine Fuel
Filter, Introduction.
2 Drain off any water in the element A by turning tap B.
3 Drain off any water in the water separator bowl C by
opening tap D. Do not disconnect the electrical
connector E (if fitted).
4 If there is sediment in the bowl, after draining, support
the bowl and release the locking ring F.
5 Wash the bowl in clean fuel.
6 Refit the bowl, secure in position with locking ring F.
Important: Ensure the seal D is seated correctly before
refitting the bowl. K
Changing the Water Separator Pre
Filter ( T 144).
7 Make sure that the fuel electrical connector E is
correctly fitted. K
Fig 108. ( T 143).
Fig 107.
Fig 108.