FUEL SYSTEM
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2.3 Changing fuel filter
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When handling fuel, make sure no open flames are nearby.
Wipe off any spilled fuel. Spilled fuel becomes fire hazard.
(1) Clean the outside of the fuel filter and the area around
it.
(2) Disconnect the fuel filter level sensor from its
connector.
(3) Place a drip pan under the fuel filter.
(4) Loosen the drain plug and drain fuel from the fuel filter.
(5) Remove the level sensor from the fuel filter.
(6) Remove the fuel filter element.
(7) Wipe off any fuel on the fuel filter element mounting
surface of fuel filter body with a cloth.
(8) Have the new fuel filter element ready for installation
and make sure that the gasket is properly seated on the
groove.
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Do not use the filter of which case has dents, as it may
be damaged during operation, and cause fuel leakage
that becomes fire hazard.
(9) Install the fuel filter element to the filter body.
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Be careful not to dent or damage the fuel filter case.
(10) Using new O-ring, install the level sensor to the fuel
filter element.
(11) After completion of the fuel filter change, bleed the
fuel system.
(12) Start the engine and run at idling speed for a few
minutes.
(13) Check the fuel filter element mounting surface for fuel
leakages. If leakages are found, loosen the fuel filter
and check the gasket for seating or damage. Then
retighten the fuel filter.
Changing fuel filter
Body
Element
Level sensor
Drain plug
O-ring
Element tightening torque
1.1 ± 0.3 N·m {0.1 ± 0.03 kgf·m}
[0.8 ± 0.2 Ibf·ft]
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