Replacing - Mercury 92‑813054A2 Manual

Section 5 - Maintenance
2. Open the drain by turning the drain cap counterclockwise (as viewed from the bottom of the filter) until fuel starts draining.
Do not remove the drain cap.
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3. Drain until the fuel is clear in appearance.
4. Close the drain cap by turning clockwise. Tighten securely.
5.
Fill the fuel filter. See Filling.

Replacing

Performing service or maintenance without first disconnecting the battery can cause product damage, personal injury, or
death due to fire, explosion, electrical shock, or unexpected engine starting. Always disconnect the battery cables from the
battery before maintaining, servicing, installing, or removing engine or drive components.
IMPORTANT: The element cannot be cleaned and reused. It must be replaced.
1. Disconnect both battery cables from the battery.
2. Disconnect the WIF sensor wires, if equipped.
3. Remove the water‑separating fuel filter and sealing ring from the mounting bracket. Do not use a filter wrench.
NOTE: It may be necessary to keep the existing drain cap and use it on the new filter. Be sure to replace the O‑ring on the
drain cap.
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Typical water-separating fuel filter
a - WIF sensor wire connection
b b - Filter
c - Drain cap
c
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Typical
a - Water‑separating fuel filter
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