6. Use the palm of your hand to repeatedly press and
release the plunger (1) at the top of the fuel filter
priming pump. Continue until the plunger resistance
becomes firm. This may take from 20 to 100 times,
depending upon fuel tank location.
7. Turn the fuel filter breather valve screw (2)
counterclockwise several turns to open the breather
valve.
8. Use the palm of your hand to repeatedly press and
release the plunger (1) at the top of the fuel filter
priming pump until fuel begins to seep from
the breather valve.9. Tighten the fuel filter breather screw (2) to the
specified torque, 4.9Y(43 in. lbs).
10. Use the palm of your hand to press and release the
plunger (1) at the top of the fuel filter priming pump
about 20 more times. This sends fuel to the
engine.
11. Use a clean cloth to remove any fuel from the fuel
filter and surrounding area.
12. Start the engine and allow it to idle for a few
minutes.
13. Check the fuel filter for leakage.
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3. Remove the filter element. If there is any dirt on the
filter sealing surface, clean it off. Remove and
reuse the water sensor float switch located on the
bottom of the fuel filter.
4. Install the new filter element.
5. Reinstall and tighten the filter container and
reconnect the water sensor wire to the filter.
6. Use the fuel filter priming procedure earlier in this
section to prime the fuel filter.
7. Tighten the air bleed valve by turning it clockwise
until hand-tight.
8. Start your engine and let it idle for five minutes.
Check your fuel filter and air bleed valve for
leaks.Fuels in Foreign Countries
If you plan on driving in another country outside the
United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard
to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel
not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly
repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not
be covered by your warranty.
To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or
contact a major oil company that does business in the
country where you will be driving.
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