Craftsman Marine CM4.65, Manual

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8 Maintenance and inspection
Close-off the fuel supply to the engine. Remove the
entire filter with the aid of a special tool. It is possible
that the filter still contains some fuel, which please
collect and treat it in accordance with the environ-
mental directives in your country.
Clean the surface to touch the engine before fitting the
filter. Grease the rubber ring with clean engine oil. Fill
the filter with clean diesel fuel. Position the filter
against the filter housing and tighten it with one half to
three quarters of a turn.
After changing the fuel filter element the fuel system
must be bled (see next page).
Remove the fuel filter
Fit the fuel filter
Cleaning the filter of the fuel lift pump
When changing the fuel filter, the filter of the fuel lift
pump must also be cleaned. This should only be done
by a qualified mechanic. Consult your dealer.
Do not smoke when working at or
around the fuel system and avoid open
fire.
After the first 50 hours of service:
Replace the fuel filter, as described here. Future
replacement must take place in accordance with the
maintenance schedule (page 19).