Replace Final Fuel Filter-540G-III, 548G-III, 640G-III, 648G-III

1. Thoroughly clean fuel filter assembly and surrounding area, if not previously done.

IMPORTANT: Position bottom of drain hose outside engine frame.

2. Place container under drain hose.

3. Drain all fuel from filter. Dispose of waste properly.

NOTE: Lifting up on retaining ring (A) as it is rotated helps to get it past the raised locators.

4. Firmly grasp the retaining ring and rotate it counterclockwise 1/4 turn. Remove ring with filter element (B).

5. Inspect filter mounting base for cleanliness. Clean as required.

NOTE: The fuel filter must be indexed properly and the key on canister must be oriented in slot of mounting base for correct installation.

6. Thoroughly inspect filter base seal ring. Replace as needed.

7. Install new filter element onto mounting base and position element using a slight rocking motion. Be sure element is properly indexed on mounting base.

8. Install retaining ring onto mounting base and tighten about 1/3 turn until ring snaps into the detent. DO NOT overtighten the retaining ring.

9. Bleed fuel system. (See Bleeding Fuel System in Maintenance chapter.)

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A-Retaining Ring
B-Filter Element

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