Fuel filter replacement - Caterpillar engine
The fuel filter/water separator is
located on the left side of the
engine. Replace the fuel filter/water
separator as recommended in the
general maintenance information
section, or sooner if it becomes
plugged. Vehicles operated on fuel
with more than average impurities
may require replacement of the fuel
filter more frequently. The spin-on
filter has a water drain valve built
into the bottom of the filter canister.
Removal
1. Using an oil filter wrench, remove the filter.
2. Carefully clean the mating surfaces.
Installation
1. Fill the filter with clean, fresh diesel fuel.
2. Coat the filter seal with clean, fresh diesel fuel.
3. Hand-tighten the filter until it seats firmly against the mount, then
tighten (by hand) an additional
1
⁄
3
to
1
⁄
2
turn.
4. Start the engine and check for fuel leaks.
Fuel filter replacement - 6.0L Power Stroke engine
Your vehicle is equipped with two fuel filters; one mounted on top of the
engine and the other is mounted inside the frame rail under the
driver-side floorboard near the transmission. Both filters should be
replaced at the same time.
2004 F650/750
(f67)
Supplement
USA English
(fus)
Maintenance and specifications
189
