MAINTENANCE
SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 30
Changing Water Separating Fuel Filter
WARNING
Be careful when changing water separating fuel filter. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive under certain conditions. Be sure ignition key is
OFF. Do not smoke or allow spark or open flame in area when changing fuel filter.
Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.
WARNING
Make sure no fuel leaks exist before closing engine hatch.
CAUTION
The electric fuel pump and factory installed water separating fuel filter have been
carefully designed to function properly together. Do not install additional fuel filters
and/or water separating fuel filters between fuel tank and engine.
The installation of additional filters may cause:
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Fuel Vapor Locking
Difficult Warm-Starting
Piston Detonation Due to Lean Fuel Mixture
Poor Driveability
Removal
1.
Remove water separating fuel filter and sealing ring from mounting bracket. Discard
filter and sealing ring.
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a - Fuel Filter
b - Sealing Ring
Installation
1.
2.
Coat sealing ring on new water separating fuel filter with new engine oil. Thread water
separating fuel filter onto bracket and tighten securely by hand. DO NOT use a filter
wrench.
Start and operate engine. Check water separating fuel filter connection for gasoline
leaks. If leaks exist, stop engine immediately and recheck filter installation.
INDEX
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