Removal Procedure
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Personal injury or death may result from failure to adhere to the following procedures. Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces or electrical components can cause a fire. Clean up all leaked or spilled fuel. Do not smoke while working on the fuel system. Turn the disconnect switch OFF or disconnect the battery when changing fuel filters. |
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Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids. Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products. Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates. |
- Turn off the fuel supply valve.
- Remove bolts (1) .
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- Remove fuel priming pump (2) and the gasket from fuel filter base (3) .
Installation Procedure
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Keep all parts clean from contaminants. Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life. |
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- Inspect the condition of the gasket. Replace the gasket, if necessary.
- Install the gasket and fuel priming pump (2) on fuel filter base (3) .
- Install bolts (1) .
- Turn on the fuel supply valve.
- Prime the fuel system. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System - Prime".