Section 4 - Maintenance
Page 46 90-8M0113986 eng DECEMBER 2015
5.
Fill the fuel filter. See Filling.
Replacing
!
WARNING
Performing service or maintenance without first disconnecting the battery can cause product damage, personal injury, or
death due to fire, explosion, electrical shock, or unexpected engine starting. Always disconnect the battery cables from the
battery before maintaining, servicing, installing, or removing engine or drive components.
IMPORTANT: The element cannot be cleaned and reused. It must be replaced.
1. Disconnect both battery cables from the battery.
2. Disconnect the WIF sensor wires, if equipped.
3. Remove the water‑separating fuel filter and sealing ring from the mounting bracket. Do not use a filter wrench.
Typical
a - Water‑separating fuel filter
NOTE: It may be necessary to keep the existing drain cap and use it on the new filter. Be sure to replace the O‑ring on the
drain cap.
4. Remove the drain cap and O‑ring seal from the bottom of the existing fuel filter. Note the position of the O‑ring seal.
Typical
a - Drain cap
b - O‑ring seal
5. Discard the used filter and O‑ring seal as defined by local authorities.