Perkins 403D-15T - Fuel System Primary Filter - Replace

The fuel system will need to be primed after the new
filter is installed. Refer to this Operation and
Maintenance Manual, “Fuel System - Prime” for the
correct procedure.
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Fuel System Primary Filter -
Replace
Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces or electri-
cal components can cause a fire. To help prevent
possible injury, turn the start switch off when
changing fuel filters or water separator elements.
Clean up fuel spills immediately.
NOTICE
Ensure that the engine is stopped before any servic-
ing or repair is performed.
Remove the Element
1. Turn the fuel supply valve (if equipped) to the OFF
position before performing this maintenance.
2. Place a suitable container under the water
separator in order to catch any fuel that might spill.
Clean up any spilled fuel. Clean the outside body
of the filter assembly.
Illustration 70 g03381282
Typical example
3. Remove the filter bowl (4) from the fuel filter base
(1).
4. Remove the O-ring seal (3). Discard the O-ring
seal.
5. Remove the filter element (2) from the fuel filter
base (1). Discard the filter element (2).
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Maintenance Section
Fuel System Primary Filter - Replace