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3. Remove the bolt
1
and nut
2
securing the
bracket
3
of the fuel filter.
4. Push the connector lock tab “a”, then discon-
nect the water sensor lead wire connector
4
.
5. Place a rag under the filter before removal to
catch any spilled fuel.
6. Separate the filter cup
5
from the cap
6
by
turning the filter cup counterclockwise.
NOTICE
Improperly loosening the filter cup can
cause sensor lead wire damage.
• Be careful not to twist the sensor lead
wire when removing the filter cup.
• Disconnect the lead wire connector
before removing the filter cup.
“a”
7. Drain the fuel and water in the filter cup into
a suitable container.
8. Pull out the filter element
7
. Inspect the filter
element
7
, O-ring
8
and seal ring
9
for
damage. If they are damaged, replace them.
9. Wash the filter element with clean solvent
and dry it.
10. Reinstall the seal ring and filter element in
their original positions.
11. Verify that the O-ring is in place in the top of
the filter cup and screw the filter cup back
into place.
12. Connect the water sensor lead wire connec-
tor
4
.
NOTICE
If spilled gasoline is just left on painted
surface, it may cause a stain or discolora-
tion of the surface coating.
Wipe off any spilled gasoline immediately
with a soft cloth etc.