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Secondary Fuel Filter and Water Separator/Heater Caterpillar Diesel


Object Number: 807939  Size: A3

If you have a Caterpillar® diesel engine, you may also have this spin-on filter and fuel separator/heater. It will be mounted in the engine compartment on the driver's side of the vehicle.

It has a metal drain bowl at the bottom. Occasionally, check the bowl for any water or particles.

To check or drain the bowl, do the following:

    • Shut off the engine.
    • Push up on the spring loaded drain valve until clear fuel is flowing from the valve.

The particles or water will drain out first. See Engine Oil for proper disposal procedures.