Fuel Filter: Service and Repair
Replace Fuel Filter
Shown On Model 220.176:
Remove/Install and replacing
DANGER:
- Lethal injuries are possible if vehicle slips off of lifting platform
- Align vehicle between the columns of the hydraulic hoist and position the four support plates below the hoist support points specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
- Risk of explosion from fuel igniting, risk of poisoning from inhaling and swallowing fuel as well as risk of injury to eyes and skin from contact with fuel.
- Fire, sparks, open flames or smoking forbidden.
- Pour fuels only into suitable and appropriately marked containers.
- Wear protective clothing when handling fuel.
1 Release pressure in fuel tank
NOTE: For this step open fuel filler flap (1) and filler cap (2) and reseal.
2 Remove cover (3) of fuse pump assembly
NOTE: Installation: Install cover (3) only after check for leaks.
3 Pinch-off fuel hoses (4)
NOTE: Installation: Inspect condition of fuel hoses (4) and hose clamps, replace if necessary. Only use hose clamps mentioned in the electronic power control.
- Clamp: See Special Tools below.
- Clamping pliers: See Commercially Available Tools below.
4 Disconnect fuel hoses (4) at fuel filter (5)
NOTE: Collect fuel which flows out.
5 Slacken bolt (6) and pull out fuel filter (5) in direction of arrow from retaining clamp (7).
CAUTION: The fuel filter (5) is wrapped for protection against galvanic corrosion with a plastic foil. Do not damage plastic foil when inserting fuel filter (5) in the retaining clamp (7). Position fuel filter (5) in the retaining clamp (7) in such a way, that the plastic foil protrudes on both sides of the retaining clamp.
Inspecting
6 Check rubber mount (8, 4 Stuck).
- Check rubber mount (8) for wear, replace if required.
- Liquid lubricant (Naphtolen H)
7 Install in the reverse order
DANGER:
- Risk of accident from vehicle starting off by itself when engine running. Risk of injury as working around the engine during start-up or while running may result in contusions and burns
- Secure vehicle to prevent it from moving off by itself.
- Wear closed and close-fitting work clothes.
- Do not grasp hot or rotating parts.
8 Start engine and inspect fuel system for leaks
9 Install cover (3) of fuse pump assembly
Special Tools
Clamp, P/N # 000 589 40 37 00:
Commercially Available Tools
Commercially Available Tools:
