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Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection and
Replacement — Diesel Engine
Follow the recommended maintenance intervals as
shown in the Maintenance Schedule in this section.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Removal
1. Loosen the fasteners from the engine air cleaner
filter cover using a suitable tool.
2. Lift the engine air cleaner filter cover to access the
engine air cleaner filter.
3. Remove the engine air cleaner filter from the hous-
ing assembly.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Installation
NOTE:
Inspect and clean the housing only if significant dirt or
debris is present before replacing the engine air
cleaner filter.
1. Install the engine air cleaner filter into the housing
assembly with the engine air cleaner filter inspec-
tion surface facing downward.
2. Tighten engine air cleaner filter cover fasteners
using a suitable tool.
CAUTION!
Do not overtighten the engine air cleaner filter cover
lid screws or damage to the cover may result.
DRAINING FUEL/WATER
SEPARATOR FILTER — DIESEL
ENGINE
The fuel/water separator housing is located inside the
left frame rail in front of the fuel tank. The best access
to this water drain valve is from under the vehicle.
CAUTION!
•
Do not drain the fuel/water separator filter when
the engine is running.
•
Diesel fuel will damage blacktop paving surfaces.
Drain the filter into an appropriate container.
If necessary remove the fuel filter protective cover to
access the water drain valve.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Cover
1 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter Cover
2 — Fasteners
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
1 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter Cover
2 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter
Fuel/Water Separator Filter
1 — Retainers
2 — Fuel Filter Protective Cover
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