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TM10-4320-324-14
4-42. Fuel Filter/Separator Repair/Replacement.
This task covers:
a. Removal
c. Cleaning/Inspection
e.
Installation
b.
Disassembly
d. Assembly
f.
Follow-on Maintenance
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools
Equipment Condition
Tool kit, general mechanics: automotive, item 32,
Engine shut down (para 2-7).
section III, appendix B
Filter/separator fuel lines removed (para 4-41).
Materials/Parts
General Safety Instructions
Filter element-2000SM
Fuel will be handled during this procedure.
Gasket-12013
Keep a fire extinguisher on site.
Gasket- 12014
Lockwasher (2)-MS35338-45
Wear personal protective equipment
Solvent, dry cleaning, item 15, appendix E
when using cleaning solvent.
a.
Removal.
WARNING
Fuel is very flammable and can explode easily.
To avoid serious injury or death, keep fuel away
from open fire and keep fire extinguisher within
easy reach when working with fuel. Do not work
on fuel system when engine is hot. Fuel can be
ignited by hot engine. When working with fuel,
post signs that read NO SMOKING WITHIN 50
FEET of vehicle.
CAUTION
The fuel filter/separator must be drained after
operation
if
the
ambient
temperature
is
expected to fall below 32°F (0°C).
(1) Place suitable container under fuel filter
separator drain plug (1).
(2)
Remove plug (1) to drain fuel filter/separator.
(3) Remove two nuts (2), two lockwashers (I two
bolts (4), two washers (5), and filter/separator
(6).
(4) Remove coupling (7) and nipple (8).
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