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– Remove the intake-a- and outlet -b- hose clamps from the filter
with the Spring clamp pliers -VAS 5024 A- .
– Remove the hoses.
– Move the filter up and remove it.
Installing
– Fill the new filter with new diesel fuel. Thus, the engine works
faster.
– Install the filter.
– Install the filter intake -a- and outlet-b- hoses and, then, the
clamps with the help of the Spring clamp pliers -VAS 5024 A-
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Fuel filter - drain
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Engine identification letters ASY
Note
Make sure that no diesel fuel reaches the coolant hoses. If nec‐
essary, clean the hoses immediately!
WARNING
♦ Follow the rules for disposal!
Carry out work sequence as follows:
– Remove the fastening clip -3- and remove the regulating valve
-4- with the fuel ducts connected.
– Install the hose to the draining screw connection coupling
-arrow-, open the screw and drain approximately 0.1 liter.
– Tighten the draining screw -arrow- and remove the hose.
– Install the new sealing ring to seal the regulating valve.
– Install the regulating valve -4- and put the fastening clip -3-
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Maintenance - Edition 07.2010
4. Service descriptions
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