Cleaning Water Separator and Replacing Filter

1. Thoroughly clean exterior of filter element (A) and filter mounting area.

NOTE: Lifting up when rotating ring helps get past retaining detent.

2. Rotate retaining ring counterclockwise (left) 1/4 turn. Remove ring with filter element.

3. Remove water separator from filter element. Drain and clean water separator, dry with compressed air.

NOTE: Notice indexing keys on filter element. These keys insure proper alignment of filter element to mounting base.

4. Install water separator onto new filter element.

5. Index filter element until longer, vertical keys are oriented away from engine. Insert filter element into mounting base securely. It may be necessary to rotate filter for correct alignment.

6. Install retaining ring to mounting base, making certain dust seal is in place on filter base. Tighten retaining ring until it locks into detent position and a "click" sound can be heard.

7. Bleed fuel system.

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