Draining condensate, fuel system
NOTICE!
Put a collection vessel under the fuel filter to
collect the condensate and fuel.
1 Open the drain nipple (1) in the base of the fuel pre-
filter.
2 Tighten the drain tap (1) when water-free fuel
begins to run out.
With electric drain nipple.
(only as option on VE engines)
NOTICE!
Put a collection vessel under the fuel filter to
collect the condensate and fuel.
1 Activate the electric drain nipple (2) at the base of
the primary fuel filter to open it.
2 Press the electric feed pump switch until water-free
fuel begins to run out; refer to Component locations.
3 Switch off the electric drain nipple (2) at the base of
the primary fuel filter to close it.
Bleeding the Fuel System
1 Check whether there is enough fuel in the tank, and
that any fuel taps are open.
2 Turn the ignition on.
3 The fuel system is vented by depressing the electric
feed pump switch for 1 to 2 minutes.; refer to Com-
ponent locations. Air is vented to the tank via the
fuel return pipe. No venting nipples need be
opened.
4 Start the engine and allow it to run at a fast idle for
about 10 minutes.
5 Carry out a leakage and function check.
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P0015869
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P0015870
Maintenance
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