Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT
1. Bleed the residual pressure from inside the fuel line.
2. Remove the air intake hose.
3. Hold the fuel filter with a spanner and remove the eye bolt. Then remove the high-pressure hose.

CAUTION: As there will be some pressure remaining in the fuel pipe line, cover it with a shop towel to prevent fuel from spraying out.

4. Hold the fuel filter with a spanner and loosen the flare nut. Then disconnect the main pipe connection.
5. Remove the fuel filter.
6. When installing the fuel filter, use a new gasket and tighten the flare nut of the high-pressure hose and the main pipe to the specified torque.
. After installation, check that there are no fuel leaks.
- Apply battery voltage to the fuel pump drive terminal to operate the fuel pump. Check for leaks when fuel pressure is applied.