48 Series 4144 Components FC, FS, KM
: Carefully separate the metering 
diaphragm (2) and gasket (1).
The diaphragm material is 
subjected to continuous alternating 
stresses and eventually shows 
signs of fatigue, i.e. the diaphragm 
distorts and swells and has to be 
replaced.
– Check the metering diaphragm 
for signs of damage and wear 
and replace if necessary.
– Install a new gasket.
: Remove the flange (1).
: Remove the cap (1).
296RA233 TG
1
2
545RA186 TG
1
545RA187 TG
1
: Check the cap (1) and replace if 
necessary
: Line up the gasket (1) and 
metering diaphragm (2) with the 
holes (arrows).
– Place the gasket (1) and 
metering diaphragm (2) in 
position.
: Position the cap (1) in the annular 
groove (arrow).
– Fit the end cover.
296RA315 TG
1
545RA188 TG
1
2
545RA190 TG
1
– Place the flange in position 
– stub (1) must be on same side 
as throttle shutter.
: Insert two screws (arrows) to hold 
the flange, gasket and diaphragm 
in position.
– Insert the other screws.
: Insert the screws (arrows) and 
tighten them down firmly in an 
alternate pattern.
– Reassemble all other parts in the 
reverse sequence.
– Check operation.
545RA191 TG
1
545RA192 TG
1