Draining The Fuel Filter/Water Separator - Caterpillar Engine; Fuel Filter Replacement - 6.0L Power Stroke Engine - Ford F-750 Owner's Manual

Maintenance and Specifications

Draining the fuel filter/water separator - Caterpillar engine

1. With the engine off, open the
drain valve located at the bottom of
the fuel filter/water separator by
turning it counterclockwise.
2. Drain the filter until clear fuel is
visible.
3. Turn the drain valve clockwise to
close the valve. Do not overtighten
the drain valve as this could cause
damage to the fuel filter/water
separator.

Fuel filter replacement - 6.0L Power Stroke engine

Removal
1. Remove the fuel filter cap by
turning counterclockwise.
2. Remove and discard the old fuel
filter element.
3. Carefully clean the mating
surfaces.
Installation
The engine will not run properly if the fuel filter is not installed
in housing.
1. Install new fuel filter into the fuel filter housing.
2. Tighten cap onto fuel filter housing slowly, allowing fuel to soak into
the fuel filter element. Tighten cap until it contacts the housing.
After replacing the fuel filter, the engine will purge the trapped
air as it runs. The engine may run roughly and smoke until the air
is completely eliminated.
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