Removal Procedure
- Remove the fuel tank filler cap.
- Open the air bleed
valve on top of the fuel manager/filter in order to release any of the pressure
in the fuel supply system.
- Remove water in fuel senor connector at bottom of filter.
- Drain the filter by attaching a flexible tube or hose (1/4 to 5/16 in. I.D.)
to the water drain valve.
- Slowly open the water drain valve (the drain does not have to be totally removed
for fuel to drain).
- Turning the locking ring in a counterclockwise direction. If unable
to turn by hand, use a strap wrench (oil filter type) in order to break the
element nut loose.
- Remove the element by pulling straight down.
- Remove the Water In Fuel/Sensor from element.
Installation Procedure
Important: The new element is not equipped with a water in fuel sensor, only a
plug. The water in fuel sensor/valve must be removed form the old element.
Use the new seal (attached to the plug) to replace the old seal on the water
in fuel sensor/valve.
Make sure that the mating surface between the element assembly and the
filter assembly is clean before installation.
- Install water in fuel sensor/valve with new seal.
- Install the new element by aligning the arrow on the element to
the air bleed drain valve on header assembly.
- Push the element in a upward direction until the mating surfaces
make contact.
- Align the locking ring on the filter header assembly.
Tighten
Tighten the locking ring securely by hand. A "click" noise
will be herd (arrow on the locking ring will be aligned with the arrow on
the element).
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the connector on the water in fuel sensor/valve.
- Reinstall the fuel tank filler cap.
- Bleed the air from the fuel manager/filter. Refer to
Fuel Supply System Air Bleed
.