BRP Outlander 400 EFI 2008, Service Manual

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Section 05 FUEL SYSTEM
Subsection 02 (FUEL TANK/FUEL PUMP)
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
(2008 MODELS)
Replace fuel filter as per maintenance chart sched-
ule. Refer to
MAINTENANCE .
Filter Removal
Disconnect battery, refer to
CHARGING SYSTEM
section.
Remove seat, refer to the
BODY
section.
Remove RH side panel, refer to BODY section.
Remove air filter housing, refer to the
AIR INTAKE
SYSTEM
section.
Slide a drainage pan under vehicle just below fuel
filter to collect any fuel that may drain when the
fuel lines are disconnected.
Remove fuel filter retaining screw.
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1. Fuel filter retaining screw
2. Oetiker clamps (2)
Remove fuel filter Oetiker clamps (2).
Wrap a shop rag around the top fuel hose and pull
hose off filter.
Repeat previous step for bottom fuel hose.
NOTE: Secure fuel hose in an upright position to
limit amount of fuel draining from hose.
Filter Inspection
If fuel filter is suspected of being clogged, it may
be tested as follows.
Using low pressure compressed air, blow air
through fuel filter.
NOTE: Air should flow easily through filter. If in
doubt, install a new filter.
Filter Installation
Insert new Oetiker clamps on fuel hoses prior to
installing hoses on filter.
Use arrow on filter to position filter according to
fuel flow.
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FUEL FLOW DIRECTION
1. Flow direction arrow on fuel filter
Follow previous procedure for proper Oetiker
clamp installation.
Ensure there are no kinks in fuel lines and assure
proper routing.
Torque filter retaining screw to 6 N•m (53 lbf• in )
FUEL TANK
Fuel Tank Check Valve and Pressure
Relief Valve Installation
Always install check valve with the black side con-
nected to vent line.
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2008 MODELS
1. Black side connected to vent
2. White side open to atmosphere
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